Newspaper Headlines, October 29, 2026

This is what the papers say:

Daily Graphic

1. MAIN HEADLINE: Ghana Bauxite, Ecobank sign $250m deal

Summary: Ghana Bauxite Company Ltd has signed a $250-million funding agreement with Ecobank Ghana. Ecobank will be the exclusive mandated arranger to finance the company’s expansion and modernize its mine at Awaso in the Eastern Region. The deal is to strengthen production capacity and support Ghana’s ambition to process more of its bauxite locally. The agreement was signed by Abena Osei-Poku, MD of Ecobank Ghana, and Isaac Ofori-Poku, Group Chairman, IOP Group, and Executive Chairman, Ghana Bauxite Company.

2. President targets nuclear energy to power industrial growth

Summary: The President has announced plans to leverage nuclear energy as a key driver for Ghana’s industrialization and economic growth. Details on Page 13.

3. Ebola threat: Government tightens all entry controls

Summary: Following the renewed Ebola threat in the sub-region, the Government has announced stricter screening and controls at all entry points into the country – airports, borders and ports – to prevent an outbreak. Details on Pages 22 & 27.

4. Poor economic conditions affecting Ghana’s press freedom ranking

Summary: The President of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has told the Speaker of Parliament that the poor economic conditions facing journalists and media houses are negatively affecting Ghana’s press freedom ranking. Details on Page 16.

5. Govt, Organised Labour sign 2-year public service remuneration agreement

Summary: The Government and Organised Labour have signed a new two-year agreement covering public service salaries and conditions of service for public sector workers. Details on Page 13.

Ghanaian Times

1. MAIN HEADLINE: Boosting local bauxite processing: GBC, Ecobank sign $250m landmark deal

Summary: Ghana Bauxite Company (GBC) has signed a $250 million landmark funding deal with Ecobank Ghana to boost local bauxite processing and expand operations. The facility is expected to support value addition, modernize the Awaso mine, and strengthen Ghana’s local mineral processing agenda. It’s the same $250m deal captured on the Daily Graphic front page.

2. Northern Region: Mines Minister justifies Minerals Commission revocation

Summary: The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources has justified the Minerals Commission’s decision to revoke some mining licenses in the Northern Region, saying the action was to ensure compliance and sanity in the mining sector.

3. Speaker refers Audit Committee to police Parliament

Summary: The Speaker of Parliament has referred the Audit Committee to police parliamentary proceedings, to ensure discipline and order in the House. Details on Page 3.[proceedings]

4. NPP drags A-G to Supreme Court over presidential term limits

Summary: The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has filed a suit at the Supreme Court against the Attorney-General, seeking interpretation on matters relating to presidential term limits.

Daily Guide

1. Ghana Bauxite, EcoBank Seal $250m Financing Deal [MAIN]

Summary: Ghana Bauxite Company Ltd has signed a $250-million financing agreement with Ecobank Ghana. Ecobank will be the exclusive mandated arranger for the deal to expand and modernize the Awaso mine. The photo shows Isaac Ofori-Poku exchanging the agreement with Ecobank MD Abena Osei-Poku. Full story on page 3.

2. Church Building Collapse – 8 Trapped, Two In Hospital

Summary: A church building has collapsed with 8 people reportedly trapped and two others rushed to hospital. The paper shows a photo of the collapsed structure. See story on page 6.

3. La Pleasure Beach Sues SSNIT, 2 Others Over Demolition

Summary: The management of La Pleasure Beach has taken SSNIT and two other parties to court over the demolition of the beach facility. The paper carries a flashback photo of the demolished beach.

4. Five Inmates Tried To Poison Wontumi – Aide

Summary: An aide to Bernard Antwi Boasiako, aka Chairman Wontumi, alleges that five inmates attempted to poison him. Wontumi’s photo is featured.

5. Two Caged For ‘Killing’ Toddler

Summary: Two suspects have been arrested and remanded for allegedly killing a toddler. The paper shows them being escorted into a waiting taxi.

The Chronicle

1. GBC Signs $250m Mega Deal With Ecobank …Targets Production Of 1.5m Tonnes Per Year From The Expansion Project [MAIN HEADLINE]

Summary: Ghana Bauxite Company (GBC) has signed a US$250m financing agreement with Ecobank Ghana PLC. The deal is to boost production to 1.5 million tonnes per year under its expansion project. Photo shows IOP Group Chairman, MD of Ecobank Ghana PLC and other dignitaries after the signing. Full story on pages 2&3.

2. GES Postpones Payment Of Teachers’ Promotion Arrears

Summary: The Ghana Education Service (GES) has postponed the payment of promotion arrears owed to teachers.

3. Mahama Seeks Russian Investment In Energy Sector

Summary: President Mahama is seeking Russian investment in Ghana’s energy sector, with interest in solar and nuclear energy as alternative power sources. Photo caption says President Mahama exploring solar and nuclear energy as alternative power sources.

The Ghanaian Publisher

1. Ghana Bauxite Secures {{IE_0}}$250m …For Awaso Expansion [MAIN HEADLINE]

Summary: Ghana Bauxite Company has secured a US${{/IE_0}} 250 million financing agreement from Ecobank Ghana PLC for the expansion of the Awaso mine. The photo caption says Chairman of IOP Group and Executive Chairman of GBC, Mr Isaac Ofori-Poku, and Ecobank Ghana MD Abena Osei-Poku after the signing in Accra. See page 3.

2. Govt Okays 9% Pay Rise For Workers

Summary: The government has approved a 9% salary increment for public sector workers. See page 3 for full details.

3. Presidential Term: NPP Seeks SC Ruling

Summary: The New Patriotic Party (NPP) is heading to the Supreme Court to seek interpretation/ruling on presidential term limits. See page 2.

The Dispatch

1. A Leading NDC Member’s Bombshell: The NDC Flagbearer Slot Is Between Two Persons – Julius Debrah & Asiedu Nketiah. Who Will Prez Mahama Support? [MAIN HEADLINE]

Summary: A leading member of the NDC claims the next NDC flagbearer race will be between Julius Debrah and Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, and questions who President Mahama will support. Photos of Dr Julius Debrah and Mr Asiedu Nketiah are featured. See page 12.

2. Details Of Some Of The Newly Elected NDC Constituency Executives

Summary: The paper lists details of some of the newly elected NDC constituency executives across the country. See pages 3,5,6,8&10.

3. NPP’s New Chairman – John Boadu; From Rejection To A Historic Comeback

Summary: John Boadu has been elected as the new NPP Chairman, described as a historic comeback after a previous rejection. Photo of Mr John Boadu featured. See pages 2&3.

The Overseer

1. Workers’ Welfare Key To Economic Recovery – Ato Forson [MAIN HEADLINE]

Summary: Finance Minister Dr. Ato Forson says workers’ welfare is key to economic recovery. Photo of him speaking. See story on page 3.

2. TOR Clears Six-Year Audit Backlog, Submits Seven Financial Reports To SIGA

Summary: Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) has cleared a six-year audit backlog and submitted seven financial reports to the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA). See story on page 3.

3. No Landlord Has Right To Take More Than 6 Months’ Rent Advance – Rent Control Boss Warns

Summary: The Rent Control boss has warned that no landlord has the right to take more than six months’ rent advance from tenants. See story on page 5.

4. Northern Ashanti Mines Rejects Minerals Commission’s Claims…Accuses It Of Churning Out Falsehood

Summary: Northern Ashanti Mines has rejected claims by the Minerals Commission, accusing it of falsehood. See story on page 4.

5. Dzifa Tegah Makes Her Case For NDC Deputy General Secretary – New Face, New Leadership

Summary: Dzifa Tegah has declared her intention to run for NDC Deputy General Secretary. See story on page 5.

6. Mahama’s Record Scares NPP; Party Turns To Court To Block 2028 Bid

Summary: The paper claims President Mahama’s record scares the NPP, leading the party to turn to court to block his 2028 bid. Photos of Justin Frimpong, NPP General Secretary, and President John Dramani Mahama. See story on page 9.

Daily Democrat

1. Africa Needs Developmental Reset – President Mahama Challenges Leaders [MAIN HEADLINE]

Summary: President John Mahama has challenged African leaders, saying Africa needs a developmental reset. Photo of President Mahama. Stories on pages 2,3,6&7.

2. Dr Sheila Addo Calls for Resilient Energy Systems to Secure Africa’s Energy Future

Summary: Dr Sheila Addo is calling for resilient energy systems to secure Africa’s energy future.

3. Family Slams Abomosu SHS Over Class Captain’s Death, Citing ‘Betrayal’

Summary: The family of a class captain who died has slammed Abomosu SHS, citing betrayal. Photo of the deceased.

4. Akandoh Assures Public as Ghana Intensifies Ebola Preparedness

Summary: Health Minister Akandoh has assured the public as Ghana intensifies its Ebola preparedness measures.

5. GPHA Celebrates Industry Excellence at 40th Anniversary Awards Night

Summary: The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) celebrated industry excellence at its 40th anniversary awards night.

The Exclusives

1. Mahama Challenges African Leaders to Deliver Tangible Results [MAIN HEADLINE]

Summary: President Mahama has challenged African leaders to deliver tangible results. Photo of President Mahama featured. Stories on pages 2,5,6&11.

2. TOR Recruits 415 Engineers, Resolves Hundreds of Staff Petitions

Summary: Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) has recruited 415 engineers and resolved hundreds of staff petitions.

3. Health Minister Pledges Vigilance Against Potential Ebola Outbreak

Summary: The Health Minister has pledged vigilance against a potential Ebola outbreak.

4. Ghana Urged to Accelerate Climate Action and ESG Implementation

Summary: Ghana has been urged to accelerate climate action and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) implementation.

5. Lands Commission Targets Nationwide Digitalisation by 2027

Summary: The Lands Commission is targeting nationwide digitalisation of its operations by 2027.

6. Ewura Adams Karim Announces NDC Deputy Communications Bid

Summary: Ewura Adams Karim has announced her bid for NDC Deputy Communications Officer.

The Spyder

1. Parliament to Fight for Journalists’ Pay …as GJA readies to sponsor private member’s bill [MAIN HEADLINE]

Summary: Parliament is set to fight for journalists’ pay as the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) readies to sponsor a private member’s bill. Photo shows GJA delegation meeting leadership.

2. Facts Dispel Fiction: IMANI Africa Fact-Check Demolishes Minority’s “Flawed” Case against Ablakwa

Summary: IMANI Africa’s fact-check has demolished the Minority’s case against Foreign Minister Ablakwa, described as flawed. Photo of two politicians with Ghana flag background. See page 6.

3. Fruit Juice Tax Cut Threatens Fight Against Diabetes, Obesity – VAST Ghana

Summary: VAST Ghana warns that the 20% excise tax exemption on local fruit juices threatens the fight against diabetes and obesity. See page 3.

4. CRI proposes Independent Child Protection Authority …says GES “Cannot Be Trusted”

Summary: Child Rights International (CRI) has proposed an independent Child Protection Authority, saying GES cannot be trusted. See page 6.

5. Health Ministry Backs COHTAG, Urges Health Tutors to Unite

Summary: The Health Ministry has backed the College of Health Tutors Association of Ghana (COHTAG) and urged health tutors to unite. See page 7.

Business & Financial Times

1. Ghana Bauxite, Ecobank seal US$250m deal [MAIN HEADLINE]

Summary: Ghana Bauxite Company (GBC) and Ecobank Ghana have sealed a US$250 million financing deal. Photo shows Chairman of IOP Group, Executive Chairman of GBC, and Managing Director of Ecobank Ghana after the signing. See page 3.

2. Mobilise more domestic capital to finance economic growth – Stanbic CE

Summary: The Chief Executive of Stanbic Bank Ghana is calling for mobilisation of more domestic capital to finance economic growth. Photo of the CE featured. See page 2.

3. Banks recover only 5% of funds lost to fraud – GAB

Summary: The Ghana Association of Banks (GAB) says banks recover only 5% of funds lost to fraud. See page 2.

4. First Sky, BPA boost green transition, completes 50MW solar plant

Summary: First Sky and Bui Power Authority (BPA) have boosted the green transition with completion of a 50MW solar plant. See page 2.

5. Cybersecurity Digital Resilience Report

Summary: Special insert inside: Theme is “Trust as Infrastructure: Securing Ghana’s Digital Economy”.

Graphic Showbiz

1. MAIN HEADLINE: Don’t mislead the youth – Dr Commey Fio to creatives

Summary: The Head of Culture at the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Dr. Richardson Commey Fio, is urging entertainers and celebrities to be careful not to mislead young people who look up to them. He says this is because of the huge influence creatives have on the youth. Story continued on Page 3.

2. Kwame Dzokoto – The man behind Judge Koboo

Summary: A feature interview/profile on veteran Ghanaian actor and comedian Kwame Dzokoto, popularly known for his role as Judge Koboo. He shares his journey in the creative industry. Details on Page 10.

3. Where did our little stars go?

Summary: A special feature looking into what happened to Ghana’s child stars / young talents who shone early in the entertainment industry but have since faded from the limelight. The story explores their whereabouts and current lives. Pages 6 & 7.

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