Newspaper Headlines, September 18, 2026
This is what the front pages reported:
Daily Graphic
1. MAIN HEADLINE: Govt begins state media turnaround
Summary: The Minister of State for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has announced that the government has initiated plans to retool and modernize all state-owned media houses. The move is aimed at strengthening their operations and enabling them to compete in Ghana’s changing media landscape.
2. Investor confidence back – President Mahama tells IFC delegation
Summary: President John Dramani Mahama told a delegation from the International Finance Corporation (IFC) that investor confidence has returned to Ghana. The story features Mahama meeting IFC’s Makhtar Diop.
3. NPP demands Constituent Assembly for constitutional review
Summary: The opposition NPP is demanding that a Constituent Assembly be set up to handle the review of the 1992 Constitution.
4. Russia-Africa Summit offers Ghana investment opportunity — Russian Ambassador
Summary: According to the Russian Ambassador to Ghana, the upcoming Russia-Africa Summit presents a significant opportunity for Ghana to attract investment from Russia.
Ghanaian Times
1. MAIN HEADLINE: NPP rejects five-year presidential term; Demands Constituent Assembly for constitutional reforms
Summary: The opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), through Mr. Oppong Nkrumah pictured, has rejected proposals for a five-year presidential term. The party is instead demanding the formation of a Constituent Assembly to lead constitutional reforms.
2. IFC backs Ghana’s commercial agriculture drive
Summary: The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has pledged support for Ghana’s commercial agriculture agenda. President Mahama is pictured shaking hands with the IFC delegation.
3. Volta chiefs secure Chinese partnerships for investment
Summary: Traditional leaders from the Volta Region have secured new partnerships with Chinese investors to drive development and investment in the region.
4. Loyalty key to church development — Rev. Wengam
Summary: Rev. Wengam has stated that loyalty among church members is essential for the growth and development of the church.
5. 7 police officers interdicted over alleged extortion
Summary: The Ghana Police Service has interdicted seven officers who are being investigated for allegedly extorting money from the public.
Daily Guide
1. MAIN HEADLINE: ‘Ghana Jollof’ Declared Wanted, Senior Nurse Caged
Summary: The Ghana Police Service has declared Barbara Asantewaa Kodua a.k.a Ghana Jollof wanted. According to the story by Gibril Abdul Razak, she is accused of being behind the ‘Ghana Jollof’ TikTok account used to hurl vile insults at some senior officials. Police say she is currently hiding in the United Kingdom and was last seen on August 4, 2022, at the Accra International Airport.
2. NPP Rejects Govt Constitutional Amendment Process
Summary: The NPP, through Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has rejected the government’s current constitutional amendment process. The party is calling for a different approach.
3. Show Outmost Loyalty To God, Church – Rev. Wengam
Summary: Rev. Wengam has admonished the newly inducted AG Ghana Executive Presbytery to show utmost loyalty to God and the church in their service.
4. Polo Beach Club Sues Labadi Beach Hotel
Summary: Polo Beach Club has filed a lawsuit against Labadi Beach Hotel over a dispute.
5. Don’t Use Disinformation To Gag Media – FAJ Warns
Summary: At a meeting of the Federation of African Journalists (FAJ), participants and government officials warned against using the fight against disinformation as a tool to gag the media.
The Daily Searchlight
1. MAIN HEADLINE: REJECT FIVE-YEAR PRESIDENTIAL TERM!!…Says Ansa Asare and Questions Pace of Constitutional Review
Summary: Lawyer Ansa Asare has rejected proposals for a five-year presidential term. He is also questioning the pace at which the constitutional review process is being carried out.
2. FAJ Rejects Censorship as Answer to Disinformation
Summary: The Federation of African Journalists (FAJ) says censorship should not be used as a solution to fight disinformation. The group is warning against gagging the media.
3. Ghana Bids to Host 6th Federation of African Journalists Conference
Summary: Ghana has submitted a bid to host the 6th Federation of African Journalists Conference, which would bring journalists from across Africa together.
4. Reduce Congestion at the Ports! – IEAG urges Gov’t
Summary: The Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana (IEAG) is calling on the government to take urgent steps to reduce congestion at Ghana’s ports to ease business.
5. 2nd Edition of School Starter-Pack Scholarship Supports 100 BECE Best Candidates in Bekwai
Summary: 100 best BECE candidates in the Bekwai area have received support under the second edition of the School Starter-Pack Scholarship scheme.
The NewsCenta
1. MAIN HEADLINE: NPP Rejects Govt-Led Overhaul Of Constitution……..Demands constituent assembly for 206 proposed changes
Summary: The NPP, through Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has rejected the government-led process to overhaul the 1992 Constitution, which has 206 proposed changes. The party is demanding a Constituent Assembly to handle the review instead.
2. If “Ghana Jollof” is in UK, why is Salomey in Custody?
Summary: Following the declaration of Barbara Asantewaa Kodua a.k.a Ghana Jollof, wanted in the UK, questions are being raised about why another suspect, Salomey, is still being held in custody in Ghana for a related case.
3. Censorship is not a solution to disinformation – FAJ
Summary: The Federation of African Journalists (FAJ) has stated that censorship is not the answer to fighting disinformation in Africa. The story is on page 10.
4. Legal profession must prepare for AI-driven future – Baiden
Summary: A legal expert, Baiden, says Ghana’s legal profession must prepare and adapt to an AI-driven future to remain relevant. Story on page 12.
Daily Gist
1. MAIN HEADLINE: Nurse Detained For ‘Wanted’ Ghana Jollof
Summary: A nurse has been detained in connection with the case of Barbara Asantewaa Kodua a.k.a “Ghana Jollof” who has been declared wanted by police. The paper shows photos of both Ghana Jollof and Salomey Anti-Bafoh who is in custody. Story on page 3.
2. NPP Pushes For Constituent Assembly For Constitutional Amendment
Summary: The NPP, through Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, is pushing for a Constituent Assembly to lead the constitutional amendment process instead of a government-led review.
3. WAEC Exposes President Over BECE Results
Summary: WAEC has reportedly exposed contradictions over BECE results linked to the President. The full story is on page 2, with a photo of President John Mahama.
4. Mahama Orders Roadmap For Cocaine Scandal As 10 Suspects Arrested In $261m Deal
Summary: President Mahama has ordered a roadmap to address a cocaine scandal after 10 suspects were arrested in connection with a $261 million drug deal.
5. Afenyo-Markin Appeals For Calm In New Winneba
Summary: Alexander Afenyo-Markin is appealing for calm in New Winneba following some disturbances.
6. From Kwame Nkrumah II To Ghana Jollof: Social Media Crackdown Sparks Free Speech Debate
Summary: The recent arrests and declarations involving social media commentators like Kwame Nkrumah II and Ghana Jollof have sparked a national debate about free speech versus social media crackdown.
The Daily Statesman
1. MAIN HEADLINE: NPP CALLS FOR CONSTITUENT ASSEMBLY….Before constitutional amendments
Summary: The NPP, through Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Chair of its Policy Coordination Committee, is calling for a Constituent Assembly to be formed before any amendments are made to the 1992 Constitution. Story on page 2.
2. NPP finalises plans for October 3 Elections
Summary: The NPP has finalized plans for its internal elections scheduled for October 3. Story on page 2.
3. IERPP wants NPA Bill withdrawn for review
Summary: The Institute for Energy Regulation and Policy Paradigm (IERPP) is calling for the NPA Bill to be withdrawn for further review. Story on page 3.
4. ICEDEG Africa calls for stronger consumer protection in West Africa
Summary: ICEDEG Africa is advocating for stronger consumer protection laws and enforcement across West Africa. Story on page 3.
New Weekend Crusading Guide
1. MAIN HEADLINE: NPP REJECTS GOV’T CONSTITUTIONAL REVIEW PLAN…Demands Constituent Assembly Before Any Referendum
Summary: The NPP has rejected the government’s plan to review the 1992 Constitution. The party is demanding that a Constituent Assembly be set up before any referendum is held on amendments. See pages 3, 9 & 10.
2. Telecel Powers Up For 5G …As NCA Awards Company Three Spectrum Lots
Summary: Telecel Ghana is set to roll out 5G services after the National Communications Authority (NCA) awarded the company three spectrum lots.
3. Ghana Submits Bid To Host 6th FAJ Conference
…GJA Readies To Deliver Federation of African Journalists Conference Focused On Press Freedom, Safety, And Media Sustainability
Summary: Ghana, through the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), has submitted a bid to host the 6th Federation of African Journalists (FAJ) Conference, which will focus on press freedom, journalist safety, and media sustainability.
4. Surge In Drug Bust! …Mahama Orders Inter-Agency Task Force To Submit Anti-Drug Trafficking Roadmap In Two Weeks
Summary: Following a surge in drug seizures, President Mahama has ordered an inter-agency task force to submit a comprehensive anti-drug trafficking roadmap within two weeks.
5. Coming Up: Fuel Theft Rocks Sentuo Airport Garden City Project
Summary: A fuel theft scandal has reportedly hit the Sentuo Airport Garden City Project.
The Ghanaian Publisher
1. MAIN HEADLINE: Constitutional Review: NPP Demands Consultative Assembly
Summary: The NPP, through MP for Ofoase-Ayirebi Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, is demanding a Consultative / Constituent Assembly to handle the review of the 1992 Constitution instead of the current government-led process. See page 3.
2. Akosua Manu To CID Boss: Don’t Become A Weapon Against Women
Summary: Akosua Manu has called on COP Lydia Yaako Donkor, the CID Boss, not to allow herself to be used as a weapon against women, in relation to recent arrests of female social media commentators. See page 2.
3. GoldBod Model Attracts African Attention
Summary: Ghana’s GoldBod model for managing gold resources is attracting attention from other African countries. See page 6.
4. Ghana Bids To Host 6th FAJ Conference
Summary: Ghana has submitted a bid to host the 6th Federation of African Journalists (FAJ) Conference. See page 3.
The Metro Lens
1. MAIN HEADLINE: Ga Mantse, Basintale in Youth Jobs Talks
Summary: Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, has held talks with Malik Basintale, CEO of the Youth Employment Agency, on youth job creation. The meeting was a courtesy call. See page 11.
2. No Journalist Should Choose Between Duty and Personal Safety – GJA
Summary: The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) says no journalist should have to choose between doing their duty and their personal safety. See page 4.
3. NPP Finalises Arrangements For October 3 National Officers Election in Kumasi
Summary: The NPP has finalized arrangements for its National Officers Election scheduled for October 3 in Kumasi. See page 3.
4. Sierra Leone to Namibia; 7 Nations Study Ghana’s GoldBod Model
Summary: Seven African nations, from Sierra Leone to Namibia, are studying Ghana’s GoldBod model for gold management. See page 8.
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