Newspaper Headlines, August 14, 2026
This is what the front pages say:
Daily Graphic
1. Ghana needs urgent agriculture reforms
Summary: Rev. Albert Ocran, Co-founder of Springboard Roadshow Foundation and Executive Coach, is calling for urgent action to remove bottlenecks in agriculture and agribusiness. He says the reforms are needed to boost competitiveness across Africa and help Ghana match other countries on the continent. He noted that although agriculture ranks among the fastest-growing industries, key challenges are still stifling the sector. Continued on Page 3
2. Arabic not compulsory
Summary: The Education Ministry has clarified that Arabic is not compulsory. The statement addresses concerns about language policy in schools. See Page 13
3. Rabotec targets first mine
Summary: Rabotec is moving to establish its first mining project. Details of the company’s plans and investment goals are featured inside. See Page 20
4. Graphic Business, Stanbic Bank push funding for transport sector
Summary: Graphic Business in partnership with Stanbic Bank is pushing for increased funding for the transport sector.
Photo caption: Franklin Sowa, Director, Marketing and Sales, GCGL, presenting a report to William Kartey, Chief Director, Ministry of Transport. See Page 13
Ghanaian Times
1. Ofankor crash claims 11 lives, injures 13
Summary: A fatal accident at Ofankor has killed 11 people and left 13 others injured. Road indiscipline has been blamed for the crash. Photos of some of the vehicles involved are featured. See Page 12
2. 82,500 Ghanaians use hard drugs — NACOC
Summary: According to NACOC, 82,500 Ghanaians use hard drugs. The data was presented by Major General Mantey. See Page 13
3. NHIA releases GH¢35.1m for Free Primary Healthcare services
Summary: The National Health Insurance Authority has released GH¢35.1 million to fund Free Primary Healthcare services across the country. See Page 14
4. Stakeholders push for fair, sustainable public sector pay system
Summary: Stakeholders are advocating for a fair and sustainable pay system for public sector workers. See Page 11
Daily Guide
1. Apply Same Rules For Galamsey, Big Mines
Summary: Retired Miner Emmanuel Armah Kofi-Buah is calling for government to apply the same rules to galamsey operators and large-scale mining companies following the Adamus Lease Revocation. See story on Page 3
2. Govt, 3 Others Sign MoU To Secure 30% Large Scale Gold Output
Summary: Government and 3 other stakeholders have signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at securing 30% of large-scale gold output for the country.
Pictured L-R: Dr. Johnson Asiamah, Emmanuel Kofi-Buah, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Ken Ashigbey, and Sammy Gyamfi.
3. 12 Dead, 22 Injured In Ofankor Barrier Road Crash
Summary: A road crash at Ofankor Barrier has claimed 12 lives and left 22 people injured. A photo of a mangled vehicle from the accident is featured.
4. 2 Killed, Nigerian Arrested In Foiled Bank Robbery
Summary: Two people were killed and a Nigerian national was arrested following a foiled bank robbery. See Page 6
Pictured: Augustine Okechukwu Mazi
5. NPP Nat. Executive Election Nominations Open, GH¢50k For Chairman Position
Summary: Nominations for NPP National Executive elections are open. The filing fee for the Chairman position is set at GH¢50,000. See Page 3
The Chronicle
1. HEPATITIS B: YOUR BARBER’S BLADE COULD PUT YOU AT RISK
Summary: Health experts are warning that unsterilized barber tools can spread Hepatitis B. The report highlights the risks of sharing blades and poor hygiene practices in barbering. Dr. John Gerald Adiboku is featured. Stories on Pages 2 & 3
2. Kingsley Agyeman Defends His Record
Summary: Dr. Kingsley Agyeman has come out to defend his performance and achievements amid public scrutiny.
3. NPP Election: Coka, Cudjoe Cruising Home For Victory
Summary: Ahead of the NPP elections, Odenho Kwaku Appiah “Coka” and Cudjoe are reported to be leading and cruising toward victory. Pictured: Odenho Kwaku Appiah (Coka)
Proverb of the day: Proverbs 22:3 – “The prudent see danger and take refuge, but the simple keep going and pay the penalty.”
The Daily Statesman
1. COKA FOR ASHANTI, CUJDOE FOR EASTERN
Summary: As the NPP elects Regional Executives tomorrow, Odenho Kwaku Appiah “Coka” is tipped for Ashanti Region and Cudjoe for Eastern Region. See Story on Page 2
2. “Let the probe speak” – Kingsley Agyemang Lawyers tell UK High Commissioner
Summary: Lawyers for Kingsley Agyemang have told the UK High Commissioner to allow the probe into the matter to take its course. See Story on Page 3
3. Napo: Busia’s legacy must go beyond nostalgia
Summary: Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh “Napo” says the legacy of K.A. Busia should go beyond nostalgia and translate into real action for national development. See Story on Page 3
4. NPP seeks farmer-friendly changes in Cocoa Bill
Summary: The NPP is pushing for amendments to the Cocoa Bill to make it more farmer-friendly. See Story on Page 8
The Metro Lens
1. NHIA’s Big Push
Summary: NHIA CEO Dr. Victor Asare Bampoe says the Authority is targeting 80% NHIS coverage by December and is rolling out a 50% tariff increase to sustain services. See Page 10
2. “Stop Public Trial” – Kingsley Agyemang Lawyers Tell Sabah Zita
Summary: Lawyers for Kingsley Agyemang, Former Registrar of the Ghana Scholarship Secretariat and MP for Akyem Abuakwa South, have asked Sabah Zita to stop the public trial. See Page 9
3. 3 Banks In The Crosshairs – Police Shoot 2, Arrest 1
Summary: Police say 3 banks were targeted in recent robbery attempts. In one foiled attack, police shot 2 suspects and arrested 1. See Page 7
The Ghanaian Publisher
1. Retired Miner Questions Calls To Protect Adamus
Summary: A retired miner is questioning calls to protect Adamus Resources. The story features CEO of Adamus Resources Angela List and Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah. See Page 2
2. COKA’s Big Vow: …I’ll Deliver Ashanti For NPP
Summary: Odeneho Kwaku Appiah, popularly known as Asanteman COKA, has vowed to deliver the Ashanti Region for the NPP as the party elects regional executives. See Page 3
3. Police Foil Labone Bank Robbery, Kill 2
Summary: Police have foiled a bank robbery attempt in Labone, killing 2 suspects in the process. See Page 3
4. Assafuah, Sports Ministry Clash Over Queens’ Per Diem, Glasgow 2026
Summary: There is a clash between Assafuah and the Sports Ministry over per diem issues for the Queens ahead of Glasgow 2026. See Page 11
The New Finder
1. Private Sector Growth Hits 41.2%
Summary: Ghana’s private sector growth has reached 41.2%. The report breaks down what’s driving the surge and what it means for jobs and investment. Story on Page 8
2. Ghana’s Economy Grows 5.1% in May 2026
Summary: Data shows Ghana’s economy grew by 5.1% in May 2026. The growth figures point to a positive trend for the year. Story on Page 7
3. Ghana Rejects $18m Bill for Evacuation of Nationals from South Africa
Summary: Government has rejected an $18 million bill for the evacuation of Ghanaian nationals from South Africa, citing cost and procedural concerns. Story on Page 12
4. Bring Police Back to Road Hotspots – NRSA Boss
Summary: The NRSA Boss is calling for increased police presence at road accident hotspots to curb crashes. Story on Page 5
The Daily Searchlight
1. RIVERS OF BLOOD: 12 DEAD IN GORY OFANKOR DAWN CRASH!
Summary: A fatal dawn crash at Ofankor has claimed 12 lives. The NRSA says a broken-down Aboboyaa may have set off the accident. Graphic images of the mangled vehicle are featured. Story inside
2. NPP Rejects Attorney General’s Role in AKSA Bribery Probe, Demands Independent Investigation
Summary: The NPP is rejecting the Attorney General’s involvement in the AKSA bribery probe and is calling for an independent investigation into the matter. See Page 8
3. NRSA: Broken Down Aboboyaa May Have Set Off Fatal Ofankor Crash That Killed 12
Summary: The NRSA has identified a broken-down Aboboyaa as a possible cause of the Ofankor crash that killed 12 people. They are pushing for stricter enforcement at accident hotspots. See Page 9
4. Renowned Diplomat Urges Africans Not to Allow Slavery To Divide Them
Summary: A renowned diplomat is calling on Africans to remain united and not allow the legacy of slavery to divide the continent. See Page 8
The Custodian
1. Asanteman COKA, Chairman Cudjoe Tipped To Win
Summary: Odeneho Kwaku Appiah “COKA” and Chairman Cudjoe are tipped to win the Ashanti and Eastern Regional NPP Chairman races respectively. The party’s regional elections are set for tomorrow. Read Story on Page 4
2. Police Foil Labone Bank Robbery, Kill 2
Summary: Police have foiled a bank robbery attempt in Labone. Two suspects were shot dead during the operation. IGP Christian Tetteh Yohuno is pictured. See Page 7
3. Recalled Parliament Must Correct Cocoa Bill – Oppong Nkrumah
Summary: Oppong Nkrumah says the recalled Parliament must make farmer-friendly corrections to the Cocoa Bill to protect cocoa farmers. See Page 5
4. NPP Sets Timelines For National Executive Polls
Summary: The NPP has announced timelines for its upcoming National Executive elections. Richard Boadu Aggrey is pictured. See Page 2
The Informer
1. Galamsey Worse Off Under Mahama – A-Rocha Ghana
Summary: Daryl Bosu, Deputy National Director of A-Rocha Ghana, says the galamsey situation has worsened under the Mahama administration. The group is calling for stronger action. Story on Page 3
2. Quiet Work, Big Result… OSP Helps FBI Nail Ex-TOR Boss …In $1m Bribery Case
Summary: The Office of the Special Prosecutor, led by Kissi Agyebeng, assisted the FBI in apprehending a former TOR Boss in connection with a $1m bribery case. See Page 4
3. Stop Hiding Insults Behind Democracy – NAPO Tell Ghanaians
Summary: Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh “NAPO” says people should stop hiding insults behind democracy and focus on responsible discourse. See Page 5
4. COKA To Win Ashanti NPP Race Landslide!
Summary: The paper predicts Odeneho Kwaku Appiah “COKA” will win the Ashanti NPP Regional Chairman race by a landslide. In This Issue, Page 3
5. Upper East Airport Construction To Begin By End 2026 – Mahama
Summary: President Mahama announces that construction of the Upper East Airport will begin by the end of 2026. See Page 2
New Weekend Crusading Guide
1. VOTE: ODENEHO TO REVERSE ASHANTI APATHY – Delegates Told
Summary: Ahead of Saturday’s NPP Regional Executive Elections, delegates are being urged to vote Odeneho Kwaku Appiah “COKA” to reverse apathy in Ashanti. See Pages 3, 9 & 10
2. Eastern, Ashanti Align In Tomorrow’s NPP Regional Executive Elections
Summary: Victory is tipped to go to Chairman Cudjoe in Eastern and Asanteman COKA in Ashanti. The paper says these are the regions’ choice.
3. NPP Elect National Executives 3 October
Summary: The NPP has set October 3 as the date for its National Executive elections.
4. Two Die…As Police Foil Nollywood-Style Robbery Attempt In Labone
Summary: Police shot 2 suspects dead after foiling a “Nollywood-style” bank robbery attempt in Labone. Pictured: Damaged vehicle
5. Use Parliament Recall To Correct Cocoa Bill – Kojo Oppong Nkrumah
Summary: Kojo Oppong Nkrumah says the recalled Parliament should be used to make corrections to the Cocoa Bill.
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