Newspaper headlines, June 19, 2026

This is what the front pages say:

Daily Graphic

1. World leaders discuss reparation in Accra [Main Story]

Summary: President John Dramani Mahama called for gender-responsive reparatory justice at the Next-Level Consultative Conference on UN Resolution A/RES/80/250 in Accra. He stressed that any framework must recognize the specific experience of enslaved women whose bodies were used for economic extraction. Said, “future generations will judge us by the progress we achieve”. The 3-day conference opened at the Kempinski. Story continues on page 3. Photo shows President Mahama + world leaders.

2. Half of Barekese dam forest cover lost — GWL

Summary: Ghana Water Limited reports that 50% of the forest cover around Barekese Dam has been lost. Full details on page 13.

3. 8th Tertiary Business Sense Challenge launched

Summary: The 8th edition of the Tertiary Business Sense Challenge has been launched. Details on page 20.

4. Student loan repayments to become statutory deductions

Summary: Student loan repayments will now be deducted directly from salaries like taxes. Full story on page 13.

The Ghanaian Times

1. Pres Mahama rallies support for reparations… unveils 3 panels to push agenda [Main Story]

Summary: At the Next Steps Consultative Conference in Accra, President John Mahama rallied support for reparations and unveiled 3 panels to push the agenda forward. Photo shows President Mahama interacting with Former President Kufour, with Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II and other dignitaries present. Full story on page 12.

2. Court clears way for plea bargain talks – Wontumi, EXIM Bank case

Summary: Court has cleared the way for plea bargain discussions in the Wontumi vs EXIM Bank case. Details on page 3.

3. Panama down, bring on England!

Summary: Ghana fans are calling for the Black Stars to face England next after beating Panama. Same Black Stars win story angle as The Daily Searchlight had on June 18. Full story on page 24.

4. Economy to grow 6.1% in 2026 — Standard Bank

Summary: Standard Bank projects Ghana’s economy will grow by 6.1% in 2026. Photo shows a Standard Bank representative. Full details on page 13.

Daily Guide

1. Jubilant Lawyer Dies Over Ghana-Panama Match [Main Story]

Summary: A lawyer, identified as the late Sara Araba Tettey, died while jubilating over Ghana’s match against Panama. Photo shows her. Story continues on page 3. Same Black Stars win theme as Ghanaian Times today.

2. Exim Bank ‘Fraud’ Case: Court Gives AG, Wontumi Time To Discuss Plea Bargain

Summary: Court has granted time for the Attorney General and Bernard Antwi Boasiako aka Chairman Wontumi to discuss a plea bargain in the Exim Bank fraud case. Photo of Wontumi included.

3. Ofori-Atta Trial In Absentia Still On The Cards – OSP

Summary: The Office of the Special Prosecutor says the trial in absentia for former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta is still possible. Photo of Ken Ofori-Atta included. Full story on page 3.

4. Mahama Calls For Responsibility In Global Push For Reparation

Summary: President John Mahama is calling for responsibility and accountability as he pushes for reparations globally. Same reparations conference theme as Daily Graphic + Ghanaian Times today. Photo of President Mahama. Story on page 6.

5. Celebrate Responsibly Or Face Arrest – Police To WASSCE Candidates

Summary: Police, represented by COP Lydia Yaako Donkor, have warned WASSCE candidates to celebrate responsibly after exams or face arrest. Photo of COP Donkor. Details on page 6.

The Chronicle

1. World Cup Visa Rush: Canadian High C’ssion ‘Bounces’ 1,423 Applicants [Main Story]

Summary: The Canadian High Commission has rejected 1,423 visa applications amid a rush for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Photo shows Myriam Montrat, Canadian High Commissioner to Ghana. Stories on pages 2-3. This highlights visa bottlenecks as Ghanaians prepare for 2026 World Cup travel.

2. Mahama Is The Chief Clearing Agent -Nana Akomea

Summary: Former NPP Communications Director Nana Akomea calls President John Mahama the “Chief Clearing Agent”. Photo of Nana Akomea with microphone included. Political jab at government clearing of appointees/contracts.

3. Coca-Cola Rolls Out FIFA World Cup 2026 Campaign In Ghana

Summary: Coca-Cola has launched its FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign in Ghana. Photo shows a group of people at the launch. Full story on page 7. Builds hype around 2026 tournament co-hosted by USA, Mexico, Canada.

The Informer

1. ‘Hang’ Ofori-Atta, Green Card Doesn’t Absolve Him’ -NPP MP [Main Story]

Summary: Mpraeso MP Davis Ansah Opoku says former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta must face justice and that his US green card status won’t absolve him. Photo shows Ken Ofori-Atta and Davis Ansah Opoku. Story on page 3. Same Ofori-Atta trial-in-absentia theme Daily Guide covered.

2. Afari Hospital Saga: Minority Threatens Legal Action Against Contractor [Top right]

Summary: The Minority in Parliament is threatening legal action against the contractor handling the Afari Military Hospital project. This ties directly to Kennedy Agyapong’s criticism of the hospital’s incomplete state that you sent earlier.

3. Sedina’s Whereabouts Shrouded In Secrecy! …As Pressure Mounts on Govt [Top center]

Summary: Pressure is mounting on government over the whereabouts of Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu. Photo of Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu included. Story on page 4.

4. Invoke River Spirits To Kill Galamseyers -EPA Boss Charges Chiefs [Top left]

Summary: EPA Boss has charged traditional chiefs to invoke river spirits to kill illegal miners destroying water bodies. Story on page 3. Strong galamsey angle.

5. Afoko Rallies NPP Behind Bawumia …Says ‘2028 Is Ours to Win If We Unite’ [Bottom left]

Summary: Former NPP Chairman Paul Awentami Afoko is rallying party members behind Dr. Bawumia for 2028. Photo of Paul Afoko. Story on page 5.

6. Afenyo-Markin Blows Alarm! …Over Encroachment on GBC Lands [Bottom right]

Summary: Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has raised alarm over encroachment on Ghana Broadcasting Corporation lands. Photo of Afenyo-Markin. Story on page 5.

The Daily Statesman

1. MINORITY DEFENDS AFARI HOSPITAL PROGRESS [Main Story]

Summary: The Minority in Parliament is defending progress on the Afari Military Hospital, insisting the project is near completion and rejecting the “60 percent claim”. Aerial photo of the hospital buildings included. Story on page 2. This directly counters Kennedy Agyapong + NPP MP claims that the hospital was left uncompleted.

2. KON questions GH¢12.9m annual cost of deputy envoys [Top left]

Summary: Kwadwo Owusu Afriyie “Sir John” KON is questioning the GH¢12.9m annual cost of deputy envoys/diplomats. Photo of KON speaking at an event. Focuses on government spending accountability.

3. CJ cautioned over executive proximity, public conduct [Middle left]

Summary: The Chief Justice has been cautioned over closeness to the executive and public conduct. Photo of the CJ in robes included. Story on page 3. Raises judicial independence concerns.

4. ICEDEG-Africa holds Policy Dialogue Roundtable [Bottom banner]

Summary: ICEDEG-Africa, the Justum Center for Democracy and Governance, held a Policy Dialogue Roundtable to drive solutions-based fiscal policy and economic confidence agenda. Story on page 3.

The Daily Searchlight

1. GHANA NEEDS 90,000 MORE TEACHERS! …But lacks the funds to employ them! – Education Minister [Main Story]

Summary: Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu revealed Ghana needs between 50,000 and 90,000 more teachers to serve schools nationwide. He told Parliament on Thursday, June 18, that budget constraints mean the government only got clearance for 7,000 recruitments. Photo shows a teacher with students raising hands.

2. Put Funding for 24-Hour Markets into Abandoned Agenda 111 Hospitals [Top right]

Summary: Call for the government to redirect funding meant for 24-hour markets into completing abandoned Agenda 111 hospital projects instead. Photo shows hospital buildings. Story on page 8. Connects to Afari Hospital debate happening across papers today.

3. NDC to Rename National Headquarters After Rawlings …. as Party Marks His 79th Birthday [Middle right]

Summary: The NDC will rename its national headquarters after former President Jerry John Rawlings as the party marks his 79th birthday. Photo of Rawlings included. Story on page 7.

Daily Post

1. “Do you think I’m stupid? Wait for a new showdown in 2027” – Kennedy Agyapong fires warning shot at the NPP [Main Story]

Summary: Former Assin Central MP Kennedy Agyapong has fired back at NPP critics, warning of a “new showdown in 2027”. This follows his recent attacks on the party over the incomplete Afari Military Hospital and alleged 10% kickbacks on Agenda 111 contracts. He dismissed claims that he’s “bitter”, insisting his comments are about national development. Photo of Kennedy Agyapong included. Stories on pages 4 & 7.

2. NPP has no duty to produce Ken Ofori-Atta for prosecution – Richard Ahiagbah [Top right]

Summary: NPP Director of Communications Richard Ahiagbah says the party has no legal duty to produce former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta for prosecution. This comes as the OSP pursues a trial in absentia over corruption allegations.

3. NDC to rename party headquarters after Rawlings as Ghana marks ex-president’s 79th birthday [Middle right]

Summary: The NDC will rename its national headquarters after former President Jerry John Rawlings as the party marks his 79th birthday. Photo of J.J. Rawlings included.

4. Over 4,000 workers on gov’t payroll owe student loans — Controller and Accountant-General [Bottom left]

Summary: Controller and Accountant-General Kwasi Agyei revealed that over 4,000 government workers on the payroll still owe student loans. Photo of Kwasi Agyei included. Raises questions about loan recovery and payroll deductions.

5. PETROLEUM PRICE INDICATORS [As of 17th June, 2026] [Bottom right]

Summary: NPA data shows fuel price changes. Petrol, diesel, and LPG averages for the June window vs estimated July prices are included. Fuel costs remain a key concern for Ghanaians heading into July.

The Ghanaian Publisher

1. Kennedy Agyapong Threatens NPP [Main Story]

Summary: Former Assin Central MP Kennedy Agyapong has issued threats to the NPP leadership over internal disputes. This follows his recent criticism of the party for failing to operationalise the Afari Military Hospital and allegations of 10% kickbacks on Agenda 111 contracts. Photo of Ken Agyapong included. Story on page 3.

2. People’s Forum Questions CJ’s Social Conduct [Top left]

Summary: People’s Forum is questioning Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie over his social conduct and proximity to the executive. Photo of the CJ included. Story on page 3.

3. EXIM Bank ‘Fraud’ Case: Judge Gives Wontumi, AG 14-Days To Talk [Top right]

Summary: A judge has given NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard “Chairman Wontumi” Antwi Boasiako and the Attorney General 14 days to settle discussions in the EXIM Bank fraud case. Photo of Wontumi pointing included. Story on page 2.

4. No Fees Policy Costs GH¢888.8m – Haruna Iddrisu [Bottom banner]

Summary: Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu says the government’s No Fees Policy has cost GH¢888.8m to implement. Photo of Haruna Iddrisu speaking at the podium is included. Story on page 7. Connects to his earlier revelation that Ghana needs 90,000 more teachers but only has clearance for 7,000.

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