Newspaper Headlines, August 17, 2016
This is what the papers say:
Daily Graphic
1. Mahama unveils 5-year drugs production plan
Summary: President John Dramani Mahama announced a 5-year strategic plan to strengthen Ghana’s pharmaceutical manufacturing industry. The goal is to cut pharmaceutical imports by 70% and boost local drug production.
2. DBG initiates financial support to oil palm sector
Summary: The Development Bank Ghana has started providing financial support to players in the oil palm sector to help grow production and value addition.
3. Corruption index stagnation worrying for devt – Transparency International
Summary: Transparency International says Ghana’s stagnation on the corruption index is a major concern and could hurt national development efforts.
4. Government not persecuting opponents – Attorney-General
Summary: The Attorney-General says the government is not targeting political opponents. He also stated that ORAL cases being pursued are “watertight” and based on evidence.
Ghanaian Times
1. Cutting waste key to economic recovery — Pres Mahama
Summary: President John Dramani Mahama says cutting waste in government and public spending is essential for Ghana’s economic recovery. He stressed efficiency and accountability as priorities.
2. MoGCSP targets zero child marriage by 2030
Summary: The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection is pushing to end child marriage in Ghana by 2030. The ministry is also advocating support for teenage mothers to return to school.
3. Poor oral health linked to diabetes, hypertension — Dr Emmanuel Issah Abeokah
Summary: Dr Emmanuel Issah Abeokah warns that poor oral health can contribute to serious conditions like diabetes and hypertension. He’s urging better dental care and public awareness.
4. Serve with integrity, hard work — Vice President tells civil servants
Summary: The Vice President has urged civil servants to uphold integrity and hard work in public service to help drive national development.
Daily Guide
1. NPP Elects New Regional Bosses
Summary: The New Patriotic Party has elected new regional executives across the country. The newly elected “regional bosses” include Mohammed Baantima Adam, Bernard Okoe-Boye, Odeneho Kwaku Appiah, Kwame Baffoe aka Abronye DC, and Ignatius Kwasi Afrifa.
2. Bawumia Calls For Unity
Summary: Following the NPP regional elections, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has called on party members to stay united to strengthen the party ahead of future elections.
3. Sammi Awuku Denies EOCO Arrest
Summary: Former NPP General Secretary Sammi Awuku has denied reports that he was arrested by EOCO, describing the claims as false.
4. Accusations Against Adamus False – Cudjoe
Summary: Franklin Cudjoe says accusations made against Adamus Resources are false and without basis.
5. British/Ghanaian Cambridge Professor Found Dead
Summary: Prof. Jason Atta Kwei Arday, a British/Ghanaian professor at Cambridge University, has been found dead. Details of the incident are reported on page 6.
The Chronicle
1. Tarkwa Mine Lease: GOLD FIELDS MEETS KEY RENEWAL TERMS – Chamber Of Mines
Summary: The Ghana Chamber of Mines says Gold Fields has met the key requirements for the renewal of its Tarkwa Mine lease. The Chamber confirmed the company’s compliance with regulatory and operational standards.
2. NPP Regional Elections: Coka, Okoe Boye Emerge Winners
Summary: Results from the NPP regional elections show Odeneho Kwaku Appiah aka “Coka” and Bernard Okoe-Boye emerging as winners in their respective regional contests.
3. Okyenman Accuses Akyemansa DCE Of Dabbling In Chieftaincy Matters
Summary: Okyenman has accused the Akyemansa District Chief Executive, Linda Obenewa, of interfering in chieftaincy affairs in the district. The traditional authority says the DCE’s involvement is inappropriate.
Daily Analyst
1. GoldBod Up Against Powerful Interests — Duncan-Williams Prays For Gold Sector
Summary: Archbishop Nicholas Duncan-Williams says the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) is facing opposition from powerful interests. He led prayers for God’s intervention and success in the gold sector.
2. No Mining Company Is Bigger Than Ghana — Armah Kofi-Buah Defends Adamus Revocation
Summary: Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah Kofi-Buah, says no mining company is above Ghana’s laws. He defended government’s decision to revoke Adamus Resources’ license, stating it was in the national interest.
3. Sammi Awuku Denies Reports Of EOCO Arrest
Summary: Former NPP General Secretary Sammi Awuku has denied reports circulating that he was arrested by EOCO, calling the reports false.
4. TCDA CEO Outlines Vision …For Resilient Tree Crops Industry
Summary: Dr. Andy Osei Okrah, CEO of TCDA, outlined his vision to build a resilient tree crops industry in Ghana focused on sustainability and farmer support.
The Custodian
1. Asanteman COKA Wins Landslide — Pledges Inclusive Leadership In Ashanti Region NPP
Summary: Odeneho Kwaku Appiah aka “COKA” won the Ashanti Regional NPP Chairmanship in a landslide. He pledged to run an inclusive leadership and unite the party in the region.
2. Okoe-Boye Secures Decisive Victory
Summary: Dr. Bernard Okoe-Boye secured a decisive win to become the Greater Accra Regional NPP Chairman.
3. Bawumia Salutes New NPP Regional Executives — Calls for Unity Ahead of 2028
Summary: NPP Flagbearer for 2028, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, congratulated the newly elected regional executives and urged party members to stay united ahead of the 2028 elections.
4. Galamsey Is Catastrophic Under NDC — Annoh-Dompreh
Summary: Frank Annoh-Dompreh says illegal mining, galamsey, has become catastrophic under the current NDC government and called for stronger action.
5. Agricultural Growth Slows To 3.6% In May
Summary: Government data shows Ghana’s agricultural growth rate dropped to 3.6% in May, raising concerns about the sector’s performance.
The Observer Times
1. NPP Regional Elections: COKA Takes Ashanti; Abronye Retains Bono, Okoe-Boye Wins Accra
Summary: Results from the NPP regional elections show Odeneho Kwaku Appiah “COKA” winning Ashanti Region, Kwame Baffoe “Abronye DC” retaining Bono Region, and Dr. Bernard Okoe-Boye winning Greater Accra Region.
2. Stay Out of Day-To-Day Management – Akandoh Warns Boards
Summary: Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, warned governing boards of health institutions to stay out of daily management and focus on policy oversight instead.
3. Bawumia congratulates new NPP regional executives, urges unity ahead of 2028
Summary: Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia congratulated the newly elected NPP regional executives and called on the party to unite in preparation for the 2028 general elections.
4. Technology Drive: Akuapem Silicon Ridge Launched to Power Innovation
Summary: A new tech hub, Akuapem Silicon Ridge, has been launched to drive innovation and support startups in Ghana.
5. Dr Gideon Boako donates GH¢20,000, other items to Tano North Pragia Association
Summary: Dr. Gideon Boako, Tano North MP, donated GH¢20,000 and other items to support members of the Tano North Pragia Association.
The Daily Searchlight
1. DUNCAN-WILLIAMS WADE INTO MINORITY, SAMMI GYAMFI STAND-OFF!
Summary: Archbishop Nicholas Duncan-Williams has intervened in the stand-off between the Minority in Parliament and Sammi Gyamfi. Details of his involvement are on page 2.
2. Sammi Awuku Denies EOCO Arrest Claims as He Appears in Kumasi
Summary: Former NPP General Secretary Sammi Awuku has denied reports that EOCO arrested him. He made the denial while appearing in Kumasi.
3. NPP to Conduct Elections for National Officers on October 3rd
Summary: The New Patriotic Party has announced it will hold elections for its National Officers on October 3rd.
4. Showbouy Foundation Donates 500 Fingerlings, Feed And Medication To Twifo Hemang SHTS
Summary: The Showbouy Foundation donated 500 fingerlings, feed, and medication to Twifo Hemang Senior High Technical School to support their aquaculture program.
5. Government Must Intensify Galamsey Fight Despite Progress – NDC Communicator
Summary: An NDC communicator says the government should step up efforts against illegal mining, galamsey, even though some progress has been made.
The Insight
1. IMANI CONDEMNS ADAMUS MINING LEASE REVOCATION
Summary: IMANI Africa President Franklin Cudjoe has condemned the revocation of Adamus Mining’s license. He called on Lands Minister Hon. Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah to have the Minerals Commission reassess its management of Adamus, saying due process was not followed.
2. DOMINIC AYINE: He Says National Cathedral Funds Could Have Completed Agenda 111 Hospitals
Summary: Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, criticized spending on the National Cathedral. He said the funds used could have completed stalled hospitals under the previous government’s Agenda 111 initiative. He made the remarks during the launch of the Free SHS district program on August 13.
3. Youngest Black Cambridge Professor Found Dead After Allegations Of Plagiarism
Summary: Prof. Jason Atta Kwei Arday, described as the youngest Black Cambridge professor, has been found dead following plagiarism allegations. More details on page 2.
4. Anahor Queen Mother Calls For Women Empowerment, Commends Mahama
Summary: The Anahor Queen Mother has called for more women empowerment initiatives and commended President Mahama for his efforts. Details on page 3.
Graphic Sports
1. GFA pushes for Queiroz’s contract extension
Summary: The Ghana Football Association’s Executive Council has recommended Carlos Queiroz for a long-term contract as Black Stars head coach. The 72-year-old Portuguese led the team at the 2022 FIFA World Cup after replacing Otto Addo, and despite recent payment issues to the team, the GFA wants to keep him.
2. Arsenal silence Man City to win Community Shield
Summary: Arsenal beat Manchester City to win the 2026 FA Community Shield. The win is highlighted with a photo of Arsenal players celebrating with the trophy.
3. Aryeetey makes amends as Laryea, Tagoe disappoint
Summary: Ghanaian boxer Aryeetey bounced back with a good performance and a title win. Meanwhile, fellow boxers Laryea and Tagoe had disappointing results.
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