Newspaper Headlines, July 23, 2026
This is what the front pages of the papers say:
Daily Graphic
1. President urges self-reliant health care
Summary: Speaking at the AU Health Summit in Accra, President John Dramani Mahama called on African nations to break free from dependence on external partners and build self-reliant health systems. The 3-day summit is themed “Building a Resilient and Self-Reliant African Health System”. He drew parallels between current health challenges and Africa’s fight for political independence. Continued on page 3.
2. Mid-Year Budget review today
Summary: The Finance Minister is set to present the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review to Parliament today. He has stated that he “won’t ask for more money”. Full details on page 13.
3. Education Ministry set to introduce revised KG, primary curriculum
Summary: The Ministry of Education is preparing to roll out a revised Kindergarten and primary school curriculum. The aim is to improve learning outcomes at the basic level. More on page 13.
4. Access Bank Ghana picks 2 Euromoney awards
Summary: Access Bank Ghana has won 2 awards at the 2026 Euromoney Awards. The bank was recognized for its performance and service delivery in the Ghanaian banking sector. Details on page 20.
The Ghanaian Times
1. Africa leaders seek to end AIDS, TB
Summary: At the AU Extraordinary Summit in Accra, African leaders including President John Dramani Mahama are pushing for stronger commitments to end AIDS and TB on the continent. The summit focuses on Universal Health Coverage and ending AIDS. Full report on page 12.
2. BoG holds policy rate at 14%
Summary: The Bank of Ghana has maintained its Monetary Policy Rate at 14%. The decision was made due to global uncertainties and inflation risks. Details on page 13.
3. Mid-Year Budget Review: Maintain fiscal discipline, avoid new taxes
Summary: Ahead of today’s Mid-Year Budget Review, experts are advising government to maintain fiscal discipline and avoid introducing new taxes. Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson is expected to present the review. See page 12.
4. A-G rejects Wontumi’s GH¢30m plea bargain offer in EXIM Bank case
Summary: The Attorney General has rejected a GH¢30 million plea bargain offer from Bernard Antwi Boasiako aka Chairman Wontumi in the ongoing EXIM Bank case. More on page 3.
5. Ga Mantse backs 24-hour economy, rallies stakeholders
Summary: The Ga Mantse has thrown his support behind the government’s 24-hour economy policy and is rallying stakeholders to help drive its implementation. Details on page 9.
Daily Guide
1. Bawumia, NPP MPs Storm Nsawam Prison
Summary: NPP flagbearer Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and NPP Members of Parliament visited Nsawam Prison. The visit is linked to Bernard Antwi Boasiako aka Chairman Wontumi, who the paper reports has been declared a ‘Political Prisoner’. More details are on page 3.
2. Wontumi Declared ‘Political Prisoner’
Summary: The NPP is describing Chairman Wontumi as a ‘Political Prisoner’ following his detention. This forms part of the party’s response to his ongoing case and the prison visit by Bawumia and MPs.
3. Parliament Approves $822m World Bank Loans
Summary: Parliament has given approval for the government to secure $822 million in loans from the World Bank. Details of what the funds will be used for are on page 9.
4. Mahama ‘Forging’ Economic Success – NPP
Summary: The NPP has accused President Mahama of “forging” claims of economic success in the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review. NPP communicators including Kojo Oppong Nkrumah and Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson featured in the debate. See page 3.
5. Court Rules On Hanan Charges Today
Summary: A court is expected to rule today on charges involving Hanan Abdul-Wahab. The case has drawn public attention. Full details on page 6.
6. 2 Busted With 100 ‘Wee’ Parcels
Summary: Two suspects have been arrested with 100 parcels of suspected marijuana, referred to as ‘wee’. Photos of the suspects and the parcels were published. More on page 6.
The Chronicle
1. POLICE ARREST NDC TIKTOKER
Summary: The Ghana Police Service has arrested Prince Aboagye, identified as an NDC TikToker. He was picked up over alleged insults against former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. The story continues on page 3.
2. …Over Alleged Insults Against Bawumia
Summary: The arrest stems from videos/content the TikToker allegedly posted online that were deemed insulting to Dr. Bawumia. Police say the case relates to offensive communication.
3. …But Former Veep Calls For Discontinuation Of Case
Summary: Despite the arrest, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the former Vice President, has reportedly called for the case against Prince Aboagye to be discontinued.
4. BoG Endorses COCOBOD’s Local Market Financing Policy
Summary: Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, Governor of the Bank of Ghana, has announced the BoG’s endorsement of COCOBOD’s new policy to finance cocoa purchases from the local market. The move is aimed at supporting cocoa farmers and stabilizing the sector.
The Dispatch
1. MY POSITION IS THAT THIS IS MY FINAL TERM – PREZ MAHAMA
Summary: President John Dramani Mahama has reiterated that his current term in office will be his last. He made the statement during engagements, emphasizing his commitment to serving out this final term. Full story on page 12.
2. POLICE INTERCEPTS OVER 1,000 VEHICLES IN GT. ACCRA OVER ILLEGAL ROAD MODIFICATIONS & ARREST 6 HIGHWAY ROBBERS
Summary: The Ghana Police Service, led by IGP Tetteh Yohuno, has intercepted over 1,000 vehicles in Greater Accra for illegal road modifications. In a separate operation, police also arrested 6 suspected highway robbers. Details on page 2.
3. KAFUI DEY SPEAKS TO THE FORMER HEAD OF THE LATE PREZ NKRUMAH’S SECURITY, 91 YEAR OLD MAJOR (RTD) SEDZIAFA
Summary: Broadcaster Kafui Dey interviewed Major (Rtd) Sedziafa, 91, who was once the head of security for the late President Kwame Nkrumah. The interview covers memories and insights from Ghana’s early post-independence era. See pages 2, 3 & 8.
The Daily Searchlight
1. NEARLY 90% OF BIG PUSH ROADS SOLE SOURCED! — Kojo Oppong Nkrumah
Summary: NPP’s Kojo Oppong Nkrumah has alleged that nearly 90% of projects under the government’s “Big Push” road programme were sole-sourced. He made the claim ahead of the Mid-Year Budget Review. Full details on page 2.
2. NPP Finance Committee Queries Revenue Shortfall Ahead of Mid-Year Budget, Warns Against New Unfunded Policies
Summary: The NPP Finance Committee says there is a revenue shortfall and is warning government against introducing new policies without funding ahead of today’s Mid-Year Budget presentation. See page 9.
3. Bawumia Visits Wontumi As NPP Launches Legal Fight Against 20 Year Sentence
Summary: NPP flagbearer Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia visited Chairman Wontumi in detention. The NPP has also launched a legal challenge against a reported 20-year sentence linked to the case. More on page 9.
4. Cheddar’s Legal Battle Enters Critical Phase
Summary: The High Court has authorized Police to take over No. 1 Oxford Street Hotel in connection with Cheddar’s ongoing legal case. The battle is described as entering a critical phase. Details on page 7.
5. Forms Capital Limited and Mobile-Money Fintech Limited Rebrand XtraBalance to MoMo Boost
Summary: Forms Capital and Mobile-Money Fintech have rebranded their product “XtraBalance” to “MoMo Boost”. The move is aimed at enhancing customer understanding and adoption of the service. See page 7.
Day Break
1. 24-Hr Economy Jobs “Audio Announcements” – Oppong Nkrumah
Summary: Kojo Oppong Nkrumah has criticized the government’s 24-Hour Economy policy, describing the jobs being touted under it as mere “audio announcements” with no real implementation. He questioned the policy’s impact ahead of the Mid-Year Budget. See page 3.
2. Bawumia Forgives NDC Organizer…Urges A-G, Police To Drop Charges
Summary: Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has forgiven the NDC TikToker/Organizer who allegedly insulted him and is calling on the Attorney General and Police to discontinue the case. This follows the arrest reported by other papers.
3. Baba Kamara Gets New Three-Year Mandate…As ECOWAS Intensifies Counterterrorism Fight
Summary: Ambassador Baba Kamara has been given a new 3-year mandate. The development comes as ECOWAS ramps up its counterterrorism efforts in the region.
4. Nii Afotey Botwe II: Ghana Needs Stable Leadership For Sustainable Growth
Summary: Nii Afotey Botwe II says Ghana requires stable and consistent leadership to achieve sustainable economic growth and development.
Business & Financial Times
1. BUDGET: Reset must hold without a safety net — FNB research head
Summary: The Head of Research at FNB says government’s economic “reset” must be sustained even without a social safety net. He’s set six tests for the Mid-Year Budget Review being presented today. Details on page 2.
2. BoG sees inflation staying within target • Despite mounting external risks
Summary: The Bank of Ghana expects inflation to remain within its target range even with global and external pressures. The BoG held its policy rate at 14% earlier, as also reported by Ghanaian Times. More on page 3.
3. LOTTERY: NLA partners Fidelity Bank to boost digital operations
Summary: The National Lottery Authority has partnered with Fidelity Bank to strengthen its digital operations. As part of the deal, 5,000 new POS machines will be introduced. See page 2.
4. AWARD: Nestlé’s Kwabena Adaakwa wins global honour for ‘Brand Management Excellence’
Summary: Kwabena Adaakwa of Nestlé Ghana has received a global award for Brand Management Excellence, putting Ghana’s corporate branding on the international map. Details on page 3.
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