Newspaper Headlines, August 4, 2026
This is what the front pages say:
Daily Graphic
1. Parliament ratifies mining agreements for 6 companies
Summary: Parliament has ratified 6 mining lease agreements between the government and 6 Ghanaian mining firms. The deals cover gold and other mineral mining in the Western, Upper East, and Central Regions. According to the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, the agreements are expected to bring socio-economic benefits to the host communities and the country at large.
2. Revive distressed state enterprises to create jobs – ICU to govt
Summary: The Industrial and Commercial Workers Union [ICU] is calling on government to revive distressed state-owned enterprises. The ICU says this will help create jobs for Ghanaians.
3. Govt reduces diesel pump price by GH¢2
Summary: Government has reduced the pump price of diesel by GH¢2.
4. Expand opportunities for all – Deputy Majority Leader urges MPs
Summary: The Deputy Majority Leader is urging Members of Parliament to work towards expanding opportunities for all Ghanaians.
5. Scholarships Authority begins 2026/2027 academic year interviews today
Summary: The Ghana Scholarships Authority has started conducting interviews for applicants for the 2026/2027 academic year today.
Ghanaian Times
1. Health alert: VSD, TNMA clash over project on anthrax burial site
Summary: There is a clash between the Veterinary Services Directorate [VSD] and the Tema North Municipal Assembly [TNMA] over a project being done on a site used for burying anthrax carcasses. The dispute raises health concerns.
2. August 6 helicopter crash: Govt pays compensation to dependents
Summary: President Mahama has announced that government will pay compensation to the dependents of those who died in the August 6 helicopter crash.
3. High Court freezes Miracle’s accounts, properties over alleged GH¢55m fraud
Summary: The High Court has frozen the bank accounts and properties of “Miracle” over an alleged GH¢55 million fraud case.
4. BoG cautions public against 20 unlicensed digital loan apps
Summary: The Bank of Ghana has warned the public to be careful of 20 digital loan apps operating in the country without a license.[BoG]
5. Fiscal discipline must not hurt critical projects — Prof. Quartey
Summary: Prof. Quartey says while fiscal discipline is important, it should not negatively affect critical national projects.
Daily Guide
1. Court Freezes Miracles Aboagye’s Bank Accounts, Properties
Summary: A court has ordered the freezing of bank accounts and properties belonging to Dennis Miracles Aboagye over an alleged case. Details are on page 3.
2. Fuel Prices ‘Skyrocket’ Petrol – GH¢16.29, Diesel – GH¢19.49
Summary: Fuel prices have gone up. According to prices displayed at Shell, Petrol [FuelSave Super] is now GH¢16.29 and Diesel [FuelSave Diesel] is GH¢19.49. V-Power is at GH¢17.89. See page 6 for more.
3. UCC Takes Postgraduate Degrees Online, Launches eCampus
Summary: The University of Cape Coast [UCC] has launched an eCampus to offer postgraduate degrees online. University officials, including the Registrar and Pro-Vice Chancellor, were present at the launch.
4. Female Ringleader, 9 Others Arrested For Selling Wee Drinks, Ice Cream
Summary: Police have arrested a female ringleader and 9 other people for allegedly selling drinks and ice cream laced with “wee”. Photos of the packaged drinks were shown. Details on page 6.[marijuana]
5. 2 Killed, 7 Injured In Accra-Kumasi Highway Crash
Summary: Two people have died, and 7 others were injured in a crash on the Accra-Kumasi Highway. One of the vehicles involved was badly mangled. More details on page 6.
The Dispatch
1. MAHAMA’S TRUSTED HAND – WHY DR. JULIUS DEBRAH HAS TWICE SERVED AS HIS CHIEF OF STAFF
Summary: The paper highlights why President Mahama has appointed Dr. Julius Debrah as Chief of Staff twice. It looks at his role and trust with the President. See page 11 for the full story.
2. RECRUITMENT:- MEDICALLY CLEARED APPLICANTS STILL UNDER CONSIDERATION – GHANA POLICE SERVICE
Summary: The Ghana Police Service, led by IGP Tetteh Yohuno, says applicants who were medically cleared in the previous recruitment process are still being considered. No new medicals are needed for now. Details on page 11.
3. AFOKO CALLS FOR UNITY IN NPP; CITES HIS EXPERIENCE & 2016 VICTORY
Summary: Former NPP National Chairman, Paul Afoko, is calling for unity within the New Patriotic Party. He says his experience and role in the party’s 2016 victory should be used to bring the party together. See page 12 for more.
The Daily Searchlight
1. NPP READY FOR MAJOR DEMO! …. Over Sedina Tamakloe Acquittal
Summary: The New Patriotic Party [NPP] says it is preparing to stage a major demonstration following the acquittal of Sedina Tamakloe. Party officials addressed the media about their plans. Full story on page 2.
2. Inferno on Accra to Kumasi Highway! …Seven affected in Fiery Multi Vehicle Collision!
Summary: There was a fiery multi-vehicle crash on the Accra to Kumasi Highway. 7 people were affected in the incident. A burnt bus was pictured at the scene. Details on page 3.
3. High Court Freezes Dennis Miracles Aboagye’s Bank Accounts, seizes Properties
Summary: The High Court has ordered the freezing of bank accounts and seizure of properties belonging to Dennis Miracles Aboagye. More details on page 4.
4. Patients of Anyaa Polyclinic Stranded by Power Outages
Summary: Patients at Anyaa Polyclinic are facing difficulties due to persistent power outages. The outages have disrupted services at the facility. See page 4.
Day Break
1. MP, MCE Accused Of Hiding Behind Youth To Fight Global All
Summary: The MP for Tarkwa/Nsuaem, Hon. Issah Salifu Taylor, and the MCE, Hon. Ebenezer Cobbinah, have been accused of using youth to fight against Global All. The allegations and details are covered on pages 3 & 4.
2. Better Lawyers, Not More Lawyers – Justice Kulendi Tells Gen Z Law Students, Lawyers
Summary: Supreme Court Justice Emmanuel Yonny Kulendi has advised Gen Z law students and lawyers to focus on quality over quantity. He urged them to strive to be better lawyers instead of just increasing numbers.
3. Techiman, Wenchi Chiefs Hail DVLA Expansion Agenda
Summary: Chiefs from Techiman and Wenchi have commended the DVLA for its expansion agenda. They praised the initiative during an engagement with DVLA officials.
4. NPA Revises Fuel Pricing Window For August 4-15
Summary: The National Petroleum Authority [NPA] has announced a revised fuel pricing window covering August 4 to August 15. This affects how fuel prices will be adjusted within that period.
Business & Financial Times
1. Market seeks permanent capital gains tax exemption
Summary: Market players are calling for a permanent exemption on capital gains tax. They argue it will help boost investment and market growth. More details on page 3.
2. Full AfCFTA implementation will transform Africa – Dr Ishmael Yamson
Summary: Dr. Ishmael Yamson says the full implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area will significantly transform Africa’s economy. See page 2 for the full story.[AfCFTA]
3. UBA pays courtesy call on Asantehene …seeks royal blessing for new leadership
Summary: Officials from UBA paid a courtesy call on the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II. The visit was to seek royal blessings for the bank’s new leadership. Details on page 3.
4. Odotobri Community Bank records GH¢36.68m profit before tax
Summary: Odotobri Community Bank has posted a profit before tax of GH¢36.68m. Shareholders will also get 10.7% returns on the current share price of GH¢0.10p. See page 2.
5. AAC, Jospong announce 120 new Ghana-Russia scholars
Summary: AAC and Jospong Group have announced 120 new scholarships for Ghanaians to study in Russia. Details on page 7.
6. Stanbic becomes first bank to offer direct Chinese yuan settlement via CIPS
Summary: Stanbic Bank has become the first bank in Ghana to offer direct Chinese yuan settlement through the CIPS system. See page 16.
7. Zoomlion assures MMDA fumigation workers of payments
Summary: Zoomlion has assured Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies [MMDA] fumigation workers that their payments will be made. More on page 16.
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