Newspaper Headlines, October 5, 2026
This is what the front pages of the papers say:
Daily Graphic
1. John Boadu pledges NPP renewal
Summary: Former General Secretary John Boadu has won the NPP national chairmanship at the Delegates Conference in Kumasi. He promises reorganisation and a fresh start as the party pursues future ambitions. Daniel Nii Kwartei Titus-Glover was elected National Organiser and Mavis Hawa Koomson as Women’s Organiser.
2. Chief Justice urges Judiciary to strengthen foundations of justice (Page 16)
Summary: The Chief Justice has called on members of the judiciary to uphold integrity and reinforce the core principles that sustain justice delivery in Ghana.
3. Health should not be charitable cost – President Mahama to African leaders (Page 13)
Summary: President John Dramani Mahama has told African leaders that healthcare must be treated as a fundamental investment, not as charity or an optional expense.
4. NPP makes presidential candidate party leader (Page 13)
Summary: The NPP has amended its structure to make its presidential candidate the official party leader, a move aimed at clarifying leadership and direction ahead of future elections.
Ghanaian Times
1. NPP Nat’l delegates confab: Let’s unite for victory 2028 – Bawumia
Summary: Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has called for unity in the NPP after its national delegates conference. John Boadu and Justin Frimpong Kodua swept key votes to emerge as Chairman-elect and General Secretary as the party begins its rebuild toward the 2028 elections.
2. Treat health as investable economic sector, not social expenditure – Pres Mahama urges African govts (Page 29)
Summary: President John Dramani Mahama has urged African governments to view health as a productive economic investment rather than mere social spending.
3. Accra to host 1st AG World Congress in Africa (Page 30)
Summary: Accra is set to host the first Assemblies of God World Congress on African soil, with about 10,000 delegates expected from 100 countries.
4. La Beach demolition: Business owners, patrons count losses (Page 29)
Summary: Business owners and patrons at La Beach are counting their losses following a dawn demolition operation at the site.
Daily Guide
1. John Boadu Bounces Back As Chairman, Kodua Retains Post
Summary: In the NPP National Executive Elections, former General Secretary John Boadu has returned as National Chairman while Justin Kodua Frimpong retained his position as General Secretary. Nii Kwartei Titus Glover and Mavis Hawa Koomson were also elected as National Organiser and Women’s Organiser.
2. Dr. Opoku Queries Minister’s GH¢10m Lottery Benefit Claims (Page 6)
Summary: Dr. Razak Opoku has challenged claims by a Minister regarding GH¢10 million in lottery benefits, questioning the basis and transparency of the figures.
3. Bawumia Condemns La Pleasure Beach Demolition (Page 3)
Summary: Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has condemned the demolition exercise at La Pleasure Beach, which has left business owners and patrons counting losses.
4. NkrumahFest Turns Flashpoint In Nkroful (Page 6)
Summary: The NkrumahFest celebration in Nkroful, hometown of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, turned tense with disagreements surfacing during the event.
The Chronicle
1. John Boadu: The New Kid On The Block
Summary: John Boadu has been elected as the newly elected National Chairman of the NPP.
2. NLA’s GH¢10m Dividend Payment Row: ‘Ato Forson Got It All Wrong’ (Page 3)
Summary: Razak Kojo Opoku has disputed Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson’s claims on the NLA’s GH¢10m dividend payment, insisting he got it all wrong.
The Metro Lens
1. NPP Votes John Boadu Chairman, Kodua Holds On (Page 8)
Summary: The NPP has elected John Boadu as National Chairman while Justin Kodua has retained his position as General Secretary following the party’s national executive elections.
2. EOCO’s Handling of Arrests Could Cost NDC Power – Kpebu (Page 6)
Summary: Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has warned that the Economic and Organised Crime Office’s approach to recent arrests could have political consequences for the NDC.
3. Breast Society Urges Early Action on Breast Cancer (Page 4)
Summary: The Breast Society of Ghana is calling for early detection and prompt action to fight breast cancer.
4. Justice! Akyem Hemang Residents Cry Over Mining Shooting (Page 5)
Summary: Residents of Akyem Hemang are demanding justice following a shooting incident linked to mining activities in the area.
The Daily Statesman
1. John Boadu Given Mandate To Return NPP To Power
Summary: John Boadu has returned as NPP National Chairman with a mandate to lead the party back to power. Justin Kodua was retained as General Secretary, Nana B was elevated and Nana Akomea was also elected into the national executive.
2. Bawumia appeals to NPP to end factions and unite for 2028 (Page 2)
Summary: Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has appealed to NPP members to put an end to internal factions and unite as the party prepares for the 2028 general elections.
3. Opoku challenges Ato Forson over lottery revenue claims (Page 2)
Summary: Opoku has challenged Finance Minister Ato Forson over claims made about lottery revenue, questioning the accuracy of the figures.
4. NPP approves 14 constitutional amendments (Page 2)
Summary: The NPP has approved 14 amendments to its constitution during its national delegates conference, as part of efforts to restructure and strengthen the party.
The New Crusading Guide
1. NPP Unveils New Leadership Team
Summary: The NPP has unveiled its new national leadership team including John Boadu as Chairman, Kojo Fosu Boadu, Henry Nana Boakye and Nana Akomea as Vice Chairmen, Justin K. Frimpong Kodua as General Secretary, Nii Kwartei Titus-Glover as National Organiser, Alfred K. Thompson as Treasurer, Abanga Fuseni as Youth Organiser, Mavis Hawa Koomson as Women’s Organiser, Ali Suraj as Nasara Coordinator and Miracles Aboagye as Communications Director, as the party turns its focus to rebuilding for 2028.
2. Put sectional interests aside and unite – Akufo-Addo tells NPP (Page 10)
Summary: Former President Nana Akufo-Addo has urged NPP members to put aside sectional interests and unite for the future of the party.
3. Accra to Host First African World Assemblies of God Congress
Summary: Accra is set to host the first World Assemblies of God Congress to be held in Africa.
4. Let Us Not Repeat 2024 Mistakes In 2028 – Asanteman COKA To NPP
Summary: Asanteman COKA has cautioned the NPP against repeating the mistakes of 2024 as the party prepares for the 2028 elections.
5. Dr. Opoku Challenges Ato’s Ghs 10Million Pronouncement As KGL Pays Over Ghs 326 Million To GRA And NLA
Summary: Dr. Opoku has challenged Finance Minister Ato Forson’s pronouncement on GHS 10 million, noting that KGL has paid over GHS 326 million to the GRA and NLA.
The Daily Searchlight
1. Boadu, Kodua To Steer NPP Towards 2028!
Summary: John Boadu and Justin Kodua will lead the NPP toward the 2028 elections after emerging as Chairman and General Secretary. Kodua has asserted there is no rift between them.
2. Bawumia Backs New NPP Leadership, Demands Full Party Unity for 2028 Election (Page 12)
Summary: Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has thrown his support behind the new NPP leadership and called for full party unity ahead of the 2028 election.
3. Police Investigate Death of Young Woman Found Hanging From Tree at Kasoa (Page 10)
Summary: Police have launched investigations into the death of a young woman found hanging from a tree at Kasoa.
4. Bamba Zooms Past Bigwigs Like Nana B, Akomea and Hamid!! (Page 7)
Summary: Kojo Bamba’s rise to the NPP’s First Vice Chairmanship has shaken the party’s establishment, as he beat bigwigs like Nana B, Nana Akomea and Hamid.
The Ghanaian Publisher
1. Bawumia Fires NPP Into 2028 Battle
Summary: NPP flagbearer Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has charged the party for the 2028 battle (See page 8). He also blasted the NDC over broken campaign promises.
2. John Boadu Chairs NPP
Summary: Mr. John Boadu has emerged as NPP Chairman (See page 3). Mr. Boakye Agyarko has pledged full support.
3. COKA Urges NPP To Protect Grassroots Interests (See page 3)
Summary: COKA has urged the NPP to protect the interests of its grassroots members.
4. Dr Opoku Challenges Ato Forson NLA Revenue Claims (See page 2)
Summary: Dr. Razak Kojo Opoku has challenged Finance Minister Ato Forson’s claims on NLA revenue.
5. Mahama Ordered Polo Beach Demolition – Freddy Blay (See page 2)
Summary: Former NPP Chairman Freddy Blay has alleged that President John Mahama ordered the Polo Beach demolition.
The Custodian
1. NPP Picks ‘Warriors’ For 2028 Battle (Read story on page 2)
Summary: The NPP has elected its new national executives to lead the party into the 2028 battle, including National Chairman John Boadu, 1st Vice Chairman Kojo Fosu Boadu, 2nd Vice Chairman Henry Nana Boakye, 3rd Vice Chairman Nana Akomea, General Secretary Justin Kodua Frimpong, National Organiser Titus-Glover, National Treasurer Alfred Kojo Thompson, National Women’s Organiser Mavis Hawa Koomson, National Youth Organiser Abanga Fuseni, Nasara Coordinator Ali Suraj and Communications Director Dennis Miracles Aboagye
2. Elections Are Over, Unite For 2028 Victory – Bawumia To NPP (Page 3)
Summary: Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has called on NPP members to unite for victory in 2028 now that the party’s internal elections are over
3. KGL Paid GH¢326m To Govt In 2025, Not GH¢10m – Kojo Opoku Clarifies (Page 6)
Summary: Dr. Razak Kojo Opoku, former NLA PR Manager, has clarified that KGL paid GH¢326m to government in 2025, not GH¢10m
4. Agyarko Congratulates John Boadu – Pledges Support For New Executives (Page 10)
Summary: Mr. Boakye Agyarko, former NPP national chairman hopeful, has congratulated John Boadu and pledged support for the new executives
The New Publisher
1. Shocker In Kumasi: ‘Macho Man’ Grabs First Vice Chairman
Summary: A shocker in Kumasi as the ‘Macho Man’ has grabbed the NPP First Vice Chairman position, flooring Nana B, Akomea, Hamid, Sam Pyne and 8 others
2. Dr. Opoku Challenges Ato’s GH¢10m Claim – Says KGL Pays Over GH¢326m to GRA & NLA (Page 3)
Summary: Dr. Opoku has challenged Finance Minister Ato Forson’s GH¢10m claim, saying KGL pays over GH¢326m to GRA and NLA
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