Newspaper Headlines, September 22, 2026

This is what the papers say:

Daily Graphic

1. Lead Story: Heed Nkrumah’s call for African unity

Summary: Veteran journalist and Pan-Africanist, Kwesi Pratt Jnr, has observed that Dr Kwame Nkrumah’s Pan-Africanism was not merely about cultural solidarity, but a political, economic and strategic project to give the continent collective strength to determine its own future. He said continued fragmentation of Africa makes Nkrumah’s argument about continental unity still relevant. Report from Cape Coast. Continued on Page 03.   Kicker: Divisions hold back growth — Kwesi Pratt Jnr

2. Graphic Business/Stanbic Bank Breakfast Meeting today — Page 02

Summary: The Graphic Business/Stanbic Bank Breakfast Meeting comes off today. [Top banner story].

3. GTA pushes digital reset for tourism sector — Page 13

Summary: The CEO of the Ghana Tourism Authority, Maame Efua Houadjeto, is championing a digital transformation agenda for Ghana’s tourism industry to boost growth and efficiency.

4. Adequate provisions made for feeding — Education Minister assures SHS students — Page 16

Summary: The Minister of Education has assured Senior High School students that government has made adequate provisions for their feeding, addressing concerns over food supply in schools.

5. New Assemblies of God leaders assume office — Page 13

Summary: New leadership of the Assemblies of God, Ghana has officially assumed office.

Ghanaian Times

1. LEAD STORY: Operation clear Agbogbloshie begins: 1m tonnes of waste to go in 90 days — Page 11

Summary: A major clean-up operation has started at Agbogbloshie in Accra to clear a massive heap of waste. The project targets removal of 1 million tonnes of waste within 90 days. Photo shows heavy equipment clearing waste. Photo: Ebo Gorman

2. Pres Mahama to court investment at UNGA — Page 38

Summary: President John Mahama is set to court foreign investment on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). [Top story with photo of Mahama with Alex Soros]

3. NDPC revives nation’s infrastructure plan — Page 38

Summary: The National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) has revived the country’s infrastructure plan to guide national development.

4. Ghana to host 6th FAJ Continental Congress — Page 12

Summary: Ghana will host the 6th Continental Congress of the Federation of African Journalists (FAJ).

5. Finance immunisation ahead of GAVI exit — Stakeholders — Page 12

Summary: Stakeholders are calling for financing of immunisation programmes ahead of Ghana’s exit from GAVI support.

Daily Guide

1. LEAD STORY: Cocaine Transit Crisis – Another Shipment Pops Up In SA — Page 3

Summary: Another cocaine shipment traced to Ghana has popped up in South Africa, deepening the transit crisis. Image shows a suspect and NACOC Boss, Brigadier General Maxwell Obuba Mantey. This follows recent drug busts linked to Ghana’s ports and has triggered moves by President Mahama to restore NACOC to port inspection and change scanners.

2. Eugene Boakye Antwi Leads NPP Gen. Sec. Race – UG Research — Page 6

Summary: Former Subin MP, Eugene Boakye Antwi, is leading the NPP General Secretary race according to a University of Ghana (UG) research/poll.

3. Adamus Resources Honours 100 BECE Students — Page 3

Summary: Mining firm Adamus Resources has honoured 100 BECE students in its catchment area. [Photo of donation scene].

4. My Son Was Murdered – Late Law Student’s Father — Page 3

Summary: Evans Baidoo, father of a late law student, says his son was murdered. [Photo of father and late son].

5. New AG Ghana General Council Officials Take Office — Page 6

Summary: New national leaders of the Assemblies of God Ghana have taken office. Photo shows Rev. Wengam congratulating the new leaders.

The Metro Lens

1. LEAD STORY: Mahama: Global South Must Build Capacity to Weather Debt Pressures — Page 8

Summary: President John Dramani Mahama has called on Global South countries to build stronger domestic capacity, effective institutions and sustainable financing to navigate growing debt pressures and disruptions in the international development landscape. He made the call at a Presidential Roundtable organised by the Open Society Foundation in New York on the sidelines of the 81st UN General Assembly.

2. Nick Danso, Bono East Minister Broker Nkoranza – Mo Peace — Page 8

Summary: Businessman Nick Danso and the Bono East Regional Minister have brokered peace between Nkoranza and Mo communities, ending tensions. [Top photo of the parties in traditional cloth].

3. Sammy Gyamfi Calls for Stronger Port Security as Mahama Restores NACOC To Port Inspections — Page 9

Summary: GoldBod CEO Sammy Gyamfi has welcomed President Mahama’s directive to restore the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) to the list of Port Inspection Agencies and grant it unfettered access to all entry/exit points. He says the move, plus the order to change all scanners and personnel at the ports, will strengthen checks following a cocaine shipment traced to Ghana that popped up in South Africa.

4. U.S. Firm Lauds Ghana’s Labour Minister …Over Drive To Secure Jobs For Ghanaian Artisans Abroad — Page 3

Summary: A U.S.-based firm has commended the Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment, Emmanuel Kwadwo Agyekum, for his drive to secure overseas job opportunities for Ghanaian artisans.

The Daily Searchlight

1. LEAD STORY: HOW PARLIAMENT APPROVED A $1.7 BILLION TO A COMPANY WITH NO CERTIFICATE! …Of Incorporation — Page 2

Kicker: The Accra to Kumasi Highway Scandal (Part 1 of…)

Summary: An investigative story alleging Parliament approved a $1.7 billion contract for the Accra to Kumasi Highway to a company that had no Certificate of Incorporation at the time of approval. Photos of 4 individuals linked to the deal are featured.

2. 30% Fare Hike Still On The Board!!!!! …As GPRTU Rejects NPA Claims — Page 3

Summary: The planned 30% increase in transport fares is still under consideration. The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has rejected claims by the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) on the matter.

3. Ghanaian Professor Kofi Akamani Shot Dead in Illinois as Wife Is Arrested — Page 4

Summary: Ghanaian Professor Kofi Akamani has been shot dead in Illinois, USA, with his wife reportedly arrested in connection with the incident.

Day Break

1. LEAD STORY: Scanport Hot! …Over France Cocaine Bust — Page 3

Summary: Scanport is under intense scrutiny following the recent cocaine bust in France linked to a shipment from Ghana’s Tema Port. The paper shows Tema Port with cranes and containers. Related to President Mahama’s directive to restore NACOC to port inspections and change all scanners/personnel.

2. Nkoranza, Mo Chiefs Bury Hatchet Over Land Boundaries

Summary: Chiefs of Nkoranza and Mo have resolved their dispute over land boundaries and made peace, brokering a truce. Photo shows chiefs with a mediator.

3. COMMENTARY: How Cocaine Slipped Through Tema Port — And 25 Agencies Watched

Summary: A commentary piece analyzing how cocaine allegedly slipped through Tema Port despite the presence of about 25 inspection agencies. Pictured is Interior Minister, Mubarak Mohammed Muntaka.

4. Ghana To Host 6th FAJ Continental Congress

Summary: Ghana will host the 6th Continental Congress of the Federation of African Journalists (FAJ). Group photo of journalists and organizers.

5. The Enemy Within — Ex-BNI Boss Hints

Summary: Former Director General of the Bureau of National Investigation (2022-2025), Nana Attobrah Quaicoe, suggests the cocaine bust points to complicity from within the port/security system.

The Daily Statesman

1. LEAD STORY: NPP General Secretary Race: EUGENE BOAKYE ANTWI TIPPED TO WIN — Page 2

Kicker: Survey by UG lecturers gives aspirant 74%

Summary: Former Subin MP Eugene Boakye Antwi is tipped to win the NPP General Secretary race. A survey by University of Ghana lecturers reportedly gives him 74% of delegate support. Pictured: Eugene Boakye-Antwi, NPP General Secretary aspirant.

2. Save The Republic faults gov’t on drug trafficking — Page 4

Summary: Civil society group Save The Republic has faulted government over handling of drug trafficking following recent cocaine busts linked to Ghana’s ports. Photo shows a meeting with security chiefs.

3. Young Cocoa Farmers urge Parliament to press gov’t over 2026/27 cocoa season — Page 2

Summary: Young cocoa farmers are calling on Parliament to put pressure on government over the 2026/27 cocoa season, likely over producer price and support. Photo of farmers with cocoa pods.

4. Land owner petitions IGP over police extortion, demolition in land dispute — Page 2

Summary: A landowner has petitioned the Inspector General of Police over alleged police extortion and demolition of properties in a land dispute. Photo shows demolished/uncompleted buildings.

The Archives

1. LEAD STORY: PROFITEERING ‘KALABULE’ REACH CRESCENDO IN KUMASI …As GH¢25,000 Kejetia Market Shops Resold For GH¢120,000 — Pages 2,3 & 4

Summary: Alleged profiteering/kalabule in Kumasi as Kejetia Market shops originally going for GH¢25,000 are being resold for GH¢120,000. Photos: Local Govt Minister addressing the media after a meeting, and Kumasi Mayor addressing stakeholders, with Kejetia market in background.

2. W.H.O Calls For Sustainable Financing Of MahamaCares — Page [Top Right]

Summary: The World Health Organization has called for sustainable financing for the MahamaCares health initiative. Photo of two officials in a meeting.

3. Mysterious Illness Leaves Children Struggling To Walk, Hear …In Nkwanta South; Residents Appeal For Urgent Medical Help

Summary: A mysterious illness in Nkwanta South is leaving children unable to walk and hear properly. Residents are appealing for urgent medical help. Photos of affected children.

4. Mahama To Build 400-Bed Mother & Child Block At Korle Bu

Summary: President Mahama to build a new 400-bed Mother and Child Block at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. [Artist impression of the facility].

Business & Financial Times

1. LEAD STORY: IFC deepens Agric sector financing — Page 3

Summary: The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is deepening financing for Ghana’s agric sector. It backs Absa with US$50m risk cover for a US$200m cocoa push, and Complete Farmer gets US$3.06m for farmer support.

2. FINANCE: StanChart backs five women-led ventures with GH¢567,500 in grants — Page 2

Summary: Standard Chartered has backed five women-led ventures with GH¢567,500 in grants for the sixth cohort of its Women in Tech Accelerator programme. [Group photo with a big cheque].

3. BRANDING: Unichem names Reggie Rockstone brand ambassador — Page 3

Summary: Pharmaceutical company Unichem Ghana Group has named hiplife grandpapa Reggie Rockstone as its brand ambassador.

4. TOURISM: Atewa National Park could create 3,000 jobs, generate US$5m annually – CSOs — Page 2

Summary: Civil Society Organizations say the proposed Atewa National Park could create 3,000 jobs and generate US$5 million annually.5. NEWS (Top Strip): SEC pushes mobile money integration with capital market — Page 2

Summary: The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is pushing for mobile money integration with the capital market.

Graphic Business

1. LEAD STORY: Food import bill hits GH¢36.5bn ….. Exposes gaps in local production

Summary: Ghana spent GH¢36.46 billion on food imports in 2025, according to the Ghana Statistical Service’s Annual International Merchandise Trade Statistics. The figure is down 6.4% from GH¢38.95 billion in 2024, but it still exposes continued dependence on foreign suppliers for widely consumed foods, especially cereals, rice and poultry. The top imports were processed cereal grains (GH¢2.94bn), frozen chicken (GH¢2.84bn), animal guts/bladders (GH¢2.72bn), broken rice (GH¢1.19bn) and semi/wholly milled rice (GH¢2.39bn). By Suleiman Mustapha – Continued on Page 06.

2. Graphic Business/Stanbic Bank Breakfast Meeting today: Experts tackle barriers to cross-border trade — Page 10

Summary: Experts from government, banking, trade associations, fintech companies and the diplomatic community are meeting today at the Graphic Business/Stanbic Bank Breakfast Meeting to examine barriers businesses face when moving goods and money across borders.

Panelists pictured: Musah Abdallah – Head of Corporate and Investment Banking, Stanbic Bank Ghana; Dr Nana Kwesi Amoako – Sales Director, B2B West Africa, Kasapreko PLC; Dr Paa Kwesi Eduaful Abaidoo – Sustainability Manager, Miniplast LTD.

3. Infographic: What Ghana eats, but imports

Summary: Breakdown of the GH¢36.46bn total food imports in 2025. Shows top 5 items plus GH¢24.38bn other food items like sugar, frozen fish, palm oil, mangoes, shea nuts etc. Source: Ghana Statistical Service.

4. How StarOil’s pricing strategy helped it catch up with GOIL — Page 13

Summary: Analysis of how StarOil’s competitive fuel pricing model helped it close the gap with market leader GOIL.

Featured: Philip Tieu – CEO of StarOil

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