Newspaper Headlines, September 10, 2026

This is what the papers say:

Daily Graphic

1. TUC cautions against 5-year presidency

The Trades Union Congress says it is against extending the presidential term from four to five years without stronger governance reforms. TUC Secretary-General Joshua Ansah warns that if there is bad governance, Ghanaians would have to suffer its effects for a longer time.

2. 15,000 Health workers earn average GH¢600 monthly — HSWU

The Health Services Workers Union has disclosed that about 15,000 health workers are taking home an average monthly salary of GH¢600, raising concerns over low pay in the health sector.

3. Don’t share unverified CSSPS slips – Education Ministry to public

The Ministry of Education is cautioning the public against sharing fake or altered CSSPS school placement slips circulating on social media, saying the QR codes and barcodes on those slips do not match official records.

Ghanaian Times

1. Time to reinvent Ghana’s agriculture – Tech, specialised training hold the key — Professor Adom-Asamoah

Professor Adom-Asamoah says Ghana needs to rethink its agricultural sector, emphasizing that technology and specialized training are crucial to transforming and modernizing agriculture.

2. A new Bono takes shape – Minister touts unprecedented infrastructure drive

The Bono Regional Minister says the region is experiencing a major transformation, highlighting an unprecedented infrastructure development agenda.

3. Economy expands by 6% in Q2 — GSS

The Ghana Statistical Service reports that Ghana’s economy grew by 6% in the second quarter of the year.

4. PSC to link public servants’ pay to performance — Prof. Agyeman

The Public Services Commission plans to tie public servants’ pay to performance to improve productivity and accountability.

5. Type 2 diabetes becoming common among children — Expert

A health expert is raising alarm that Type 2 diabetes, previously seen mostly in adults, is now increasingly common in children.

Daily Guide

1. BECE/WASSCE Results – We Need Honest National Conversation – Afenyo-Markin

Alexander Afenyo-Markin is calling for an honest national conversation on BECE and WASSCE results, raising concerns about the integrity and performance trends in the national examinations.

2. NPP Top Posts – John Boadu, Sly Tetteh Pick No.1 Slot

Former NPP General Secretary John Boadu and Sly Tetteh have both picked the number one ballot slot for their respective contests in the upcoming NPP national executive elections.

3. TUC Opposes Dual Citizens Becoming MPs

The Trades Union Congress is opposing proposals to allow dual citizens to contest and become Members of Parliament.

4. GPRTU Suspends 30% Proposed Fare Increment

The Ghana Private Road Transport Union has suspended its proposed 30% increase in transport fares.

The Dispatch

1. IGP Tetteh Yohuno gives data on operational successes & thanks govt. for massive support

The Inspector-General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has presented data on the police’s operational successes and expressed appreciation to the government for its significant support to the service.

2. NPP Chairmanship Race – Paul Afoko picks No 3

Former NPP Chairman Paul Afoko has picked number 3 on the ballot for the party’s upcoming chairmanship race.

3. It is difficult to be an honest politician in Ghana – Top Politician

A top Ghanaian politician has stated that it is challenging to maintain honesty while practicing politics in the country.

4. Between 40% & 50% of deaths in Ghana linked to heart disease & stroke – Cardio Boss

A leading cardiologist has revealed that 40 to 50 percent of deaths in the country are caused by cardiovascular diseases such as heart disease and stroke.

The Daily Searchlight

1. Phase Out Boarding Schools! Ghana Should Rather Invest in Quality Day Secondary Schools – Prof Adei

Prof. Stephen Adei is calling for the phasing out of boarding schools in Ghana, arguing that the country should instead invest in building quality day secondary schools across the country.

2. UTAG-UG Kicks Against GTEC Recruitment of University Lecturers

The University Teachers Association of Ghana, University of Ghana branch, has kicked against the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission’s move to recruit university lecturers.

3. NPP Chairmanship Balloting Over As John Boadu Secures No. 1 Slot

Balloting for the NPP National Chairmanship race is over, with former General Secretary John Boadu picking the number one spot on the ballot.

4. TUC Rejects Dual Citizenship Proposal for Parliamentary Candidates

The Trades Union Congress has rejected proposals to allow dual citizens to contest as parliamentary candidates.

5. Boakye Agyarko Is the best to lead NPP now; Even our NDC friends admit it – Akyem Oda MP

The Member of Parliament for Akyem Oda says Boakye Agyarko is the best person to lead the NPP at this time, claiming even members of the opposition NDC acknowledge his leadership qualities.

Day Break

1. You’ll Be Red-Listed! Muntaka Warns Recruits With Forged WASSCE Results

Interior Minister Mohammed-Mubarak Muntaka has warned that recruits who used forged WASSCE results to gain entry into the security services will be red-listed and dealt with.

2. Pay Miners Well – Minerals Commission Tightens Grip On Contract Mining

The CEO of the Minerals Commission, Isaac Tandoh, says the Commission is tightening regulations on contract mining to ensure mining companies pay miners well and improve their working conditions.

3. SHS Brouhaha – Avoid Prospectus Ghana, NCPTA Warns Parents

The National Council of Parent-Teacher Associations is cautioning parents to avoid dealing with Prospectus Ghana for SHS supplies, amidst controversy over the EduPack programme for new SHS students.

4. Jobs Coming! GEXIM-Backed Cashew Factory To Start In November

A new GEXIM Bank-backed cashew processing factory at Nadiakansco Processing Limited is set to begin operations in November, expected to create jobs.

Business & Financial Times

1. CBG to disburse GH¢55m to women, youth-led businesses under GWYESCO

Consolidated Bank Ghana will disburse GH¢55 million to women and youth-led businesses under the Ghana Women and Youth Employment and Social Cohesion programme to support entrepreneurship and job creation.

2. Heavy medicine imports expose industry to external shocks

The pharmaceutical sector’s heavy reliance on imported medicines is leaving the local industry vulnerable to external shocks and supply disruptions.

3. H1 2026 growth holds steady at 6.2% …as industry rebounds on oil

Ghana’s economy recorded steady growth of 6.2% in the first half of 2026, driven by a rebound in the industrial sector on the back of oil production.

4. ASM tax gap offers new route to higher mining revenue – Chamber of Mines

The Chamber of Mines says closing the tax gap in Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining could provide a new pathway to boosting Ghana’s mining revenue.

The Hawk Newspaper

1. FOUR GHANAIANS KILLED IN SOUTH AFRICA’S ‘AFROPHOBIC’ ATTACKS

Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has confirmed that four Ghanaians have been killed in South Africa in what are described as ‘Afrophobic’ attacks.

2. ‘WHERE IS OUR MONEY?’ – Akufo-Addo appointees press Ato Forson over unpaid funds

Appointees of former President Akufo-Addo are pressing Finance Minister Ato Forson over unpaid funds owed to them.

3. BIG PUSH, GALAMSEY BLAMED FOR GHANA’S 8,578 FIBRE CUTS

Communications Minister Samuel Nartey George says the government’s Big Push infrastructure drive and illegal mining activities have been blamed for 8,578 fibre optic cuts across the country.

4. ‘I’LL TAKE YOUR SEAT IN 2028’ – Moses Abor takes on Sam George in Prampram battle

Moses Abor has declared his intention to contest Sam George for the Ningo-Prampram seat in 2028.5. NO CASE LEFT COLD UNDER YOHUNU’S WATCH

IGP Christian Tetteh Yohunu assures that no criminal case will be left unresolved under his leadership.

The Insight

1. MARITIME DEP BOSS ACCUSED Of Interference In Spintex Land Dispute Case

A senior official of the Ghana Maritime Authority, Mubarick Masawudu, has been accused of interfering by backing a faction in a land dispute case before a court in Accra, allegedly using land guards and his position to take over a parcel of land at Spintex.

2. Education Ministry Warns Public Against Circulation Of Fake CSSPS Placement Slips

3. Jamaica Files Slavery Reparations Petition With King Charles

Jamaica has formally filed a landmark slavery reparations petition with King Charles, asking the monarch to refer three questions about Britain’s legal responsibility for transatlantic chattel slavery to the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council.

4. Anti-Corruption Agenda: GACC Puts Mahama’s Record Under Scrutiny Today

The Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition is putting President Mahama’s anti-corruption record under scrutiny today.

Daily Democrat

1. Adeiso Residents Warn Okyehene Mponuahene – Don’t Step On Our Lands

Residents of Adeiso have warned the Mponuahene of the Okyehene not to step on their lands, in a land dispute story detailed on pages 3,7,10,11&12.

2. Galamsey: Forestry Commission arrests 12 illegal miners in Atewa Forest

The Forestry Commission has arrested 12 illegal miners operating in the Atewa Forest as part of the fight against galamsey.

3. Akandoh Takes Free Healthcare To Ghanaian Communities

Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh is taking free healthcare initiatives to communities across Ghana.

4. Education Ministry Exposes Fake CSSPS Placement Slips

The Ministry of Education has exposed fake CSSPS placement slips circulating on social media, warning the public against sharing altered documents.

5. KATH Hails GMTF’s One-Year Impact As Historic

The Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital has hailed the Ghana Medical Trust Fund’s one-year impact as historic.

Graphic Showbiz

1. Why Tupac lives on in Cape Town 30 years after his murder

A feature story looking at how American rap legend Tupac Shakur’s legacy is still strong in Cape Town, South Africa, three decades after his death. It explores why his music and influence continue to resonate with fans there.

2. Sparrow Studios, Old Film unveil 3 films for Ghana@70

Shirley Frimpong Manso’s Sparrow Studios and Old Film have announced three new films to celebrate Ghana’s 70th Independence anniversary. The story details the upcoming projects.

3. Team up to take Ghana global – Tourism Minister to Creatives

Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts Minister Dzifa Gomashie is urging Ghanaian creatives to stop working in isolation and collaborate. She says strategic partnerships are needed to produce world-class content and help Ghana’s creative industry compete effectively on the global stage.