Friday’s front pages across Ghana’s leading newspapers capture a nation focused on major economic reforms, legal battles, and political tensions.

1. GoldBod signs historic pact with large-scale miners to purchase 30% of gold production

Sources: Daily Graphic, Daily Guide, Newscanta, The Chronicle, The New Crusading Guide
The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has signed a landmark agreement with the Ghana Chamber of Mines to purchase 30% of all gold produced by large-scale mining companies, effective 1 July 2026. The deal raises the previous uptake from 20% and is expected to significantly boost Ghana’s gold reserves and stabilise the cedi. GoldBod CEO Sammy Gyamfi signed alongside Chamber President Frederick Attakumah and CEO Kenneth Ashigbey.

2. Herald managing editor Larry Dogbey jailed for contempt of court

Sources: The Daily Analyst, Newscanta, Daily Guide
Larry Alans Dogbey, Managing Editor of The Herald newspaper, has been jailed for contempt of court despite a service notice filed in his defence. The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has described the conviction as “unfortunate” and called for calm while standing with the jailed journalist.

3. Kantanka family demands attempted murder charges against Akofena

Sources: The New Crusading Guide, The Chronicle, The Daily Analyst, The National, The Source
The Kantanka family has formally called on police to press attempted murder charges against Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena in connection with the shooting of Sarah Adwoa Safo. The family’s appeal intensifies the ongoing Kristo Asafo succession crisis and legal battle.

4. Minority protests utility tariff hikes, calls for review

Sources: The Daily Analyst, The New Crusading Guide, The Chronicle, The Source
The Minority in Parliament has rejected recent electricity and water tariff hikes by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC), describing the increases as contradictory to claims of fiscal gains. Minority leaders argued the hikes would cripple the government’s 24-hour economy agenda and burden consumers.

5. NPP refers Kennedy Agyapong to disciplinary committee

Sources: The Daily Analyst, Daily Guide
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has referred petitions against outspoken politician Kennedy Agyapong to its disciplinary committee. The move follows internal tensions and growing calls for the party to address perceived infractions ahead of the 2028 elections.

6. Amrahia demolition victims appeal to President Mahama for intervention

Sources: Newscanta, The New Crusading Guide
Residents of Amrahia, whose properties were demolished in a controversial exercise, have appealed to President John Dramani Mahama to intervene and probe the demolitions. The residents allege procedural violations and lack of adequate compensation.

7. Cabinet approves State Assets Protection Bill and Anti-Corruption Plan

Sources: The Daily Analyst, The Daily Statesman
The Cabinet has approved the State Assets Protection Bill and a comprehensive Anti-Corruption Plan. The legislation aims to safeguard state assets from misuse and strengthen accountability in public office, according to President Mahama.

8. Sedina Tamakloe imprisonment sparks controversy over 15-day delay

Sources: Daily Guide, The Daily Analyst, Daily Express
The Minority has raised allegations of a 15-day delay in jailing former MASLOC boss Sedina Tamakloe Attionu, sparking fresh political controversy. The Interior Minister clarified that Tamakloe is “chilling in a Ghana prison” but questions remain over the timeline of her incarceration.

9. Black Stars set for Croatia clash as World Cup campaign continues

Sources: The New Crusading Guide, Daily Express
The Black Stars are preparing for a crucial World Cup clash against Croatia that could place the team in a better position for the Round of 32. Former Black Stars midfielder Dr. Ofori-Sarpong has charged the team to “play for Ghana with courage and confidence” as they aim to advance.

10. Ghana’s public debt hits GH¢726.7 billion in 2024

Sources: The Daily Analyst
Ghana’s public debt has reached GH¢726.7 billion as of the end of 2024, according to official figures. The figure highlights the country’s fiscal challenges and the government’s ongoing efforts to stabilise the economy amid rising interest costs and currency pressures.

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1. NACOC Raises Alarm Over Rising Drug Abuse Among SHS Students, Links Trend to Indiscipline

The Ashanti Regional Office of the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has expressed serious concern over the increasing rate of illicit drug abuse among Senior High School (SHS) students, warning that it is fuelling indiscipline in schools. NACOC’s Regional Commander, Samuel Yebua, noted that substance use is negatively affecting student behaviour and creating significant challenges for teachers and counsellors.

Ahead of World Drug Day, NACOC organised a seminar for guidance counsellors and teachers in the Ashanti Region to equip them with skills to identify, manage, and support students struggling with addiction. Participants highlighted the role of social media, especially TikTok, in promoting drug use among youth. Read the full story here

2. Muntaka: Sedina Tamakloe is in Prison Custody, Not a Private Facility

Interior Minister Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak has firmly stated that convicted former MASLOC CEO Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu is in lawful prison custody under the Ghana Prisons Service and not in any private facility. He dismissed allegations of special treatment, emphasising that she is serving her sentence like any other inmate.

The minister cited security reasons for not disclosing her exact location publicly and urged the public to follow formal procedures through the Prisons Service for any legitimate inquiries or visits. Read the full story here

3. Ghanaian British Airways Pilot Jailed for Raping 12-Year-Old Girl

A 30-year-old Ghanaian-British Airways pilot, Kwame Yeboah, has been sentenced to eight years and four months in prison in the UK for raping and sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl he met on Instagram. Yeboah, who worked as a First Officer, groomed the victim after she initially claimed to be 17, before travelling to meet her and committing the offences.

He pleaded guilty to three counts of rape of a girl under 13 and one count of sexual assault. The court imposed a 15-year restraining order. The case has shocked many in the Ghanaian diaspora. Read the full story here

4. Ghana’s Adrian Boafo Wins Democratic Primary, Set to Join US Congress

32-year-old Ghanaian-American Adrian Boafo has won the Democratic Party primary for Maryland’s 5th Congressional District, positioning him to become a member of the US House of Representatives. Born in Maryland to Ghanaian immigrant parents, Boafo defeated competitors with strong backing from prominent Democrats including retiring Congressman Steny Hoyer and Governor Wes Moore.

Boafo, a former Bowie City Council member and Maryland State Delegate, vowed to fight for working families, mental health services, and economic opportunities. He will face the general election in November. Read the full story here

5. Interior Ministry Moves to Disarm Private Security Guards Using Personal Gun Permits

The Interior Ministry is taking steps to disarm private security guards who carry firearms obtained through personal gun permits, describing the practice as an abuse of the licensing regime. Minister Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak revealed that many private security companies exploit outdated laws by having staff acquire guns individually for “personal protection” and then using them on duty.

He stressed that private security firms have no legal mandate to bear arms and announced measures to identify and correct such cases. Only police are authorised to carry firearms in such roles. Read the full story here

6. GHS Sets Up Probe Committee as Search Continues for Missing Baby in Salaga

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) in the Savannah Region has established a seven-member committee to investigate the disappearance of a newborn at the East Gonja Municipal Hospital in Salaga. The committee will examine procedural lapses and recommend measures to prevent recurrence.

Staff involved have been interdicted and are facing criminal prosecution. The GHS appealed to the public for information while directing health facilities to remain vigilant. Read the full story here

7. GUTA Calls on PURC to Suspend New Tariff Increases Immediately

The Ghana Union of Traders’ Associations (GUTA) has urged the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) to immediately suspend the new electricity (3.49%) and water (0.85%) tariff increases scheduled for July 1, 2026. GUTA described the justifications — exchange rate, inflation, and fuel costs — as insufficient and untenable.

The association argued that recent fuel price drops and minimal cedi depreciation do not warrant the hikes and called for broader stakeholder consultation. Read the full story here

Thursday’s front pages across Ghana’s leading newspapers capture a nation focused on major law enforcement breakthroughs, judicial developments, and economic indicators.

From the arrest of a kingpin in a US$296 million meth trafficking case to the ECOWAS Court’s dismissal of Justice Torkornoo’s claims against Ghana, here are the ten stories that commanded the front pages on 25 June 2026.

1. NACOC arrests kingpin in 320kg Australia-bound meth shipment case

Sources: Daily Graphic, The Ghanaian Times, The Overseer, B&FT, Daily Express
Ghana’s Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has arrested the lead shipper in a sophisticated international drug trafficking syndicate behind the interception of 320 kilograms of methamphetamine concealed in charcoal and destined for Australia. The haul carries an estimated street value of US$296 million. The arrest marks a major breakthrough in unmasking the transnational criminal network, with more arrests expected.

2. ECOWAS Court dismisses Justice Gertrude Torkornoo’s claims against Ghana

Sources: The Ghanaian Times, The Overseer, Daily Graphic, The Frontline
The ECOWAS Court of Justice has thrown out the case filed by suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo against Ghana, effectively endorsing her dismissal. The ruling marks a significant legal and political development, with the court upholding the government’s position in the high-profile judicial dispute.

3. GoldBod purchases 135,843 tonnes of gold between January 2025 and May 2026

Sources: Daily Graphic, The Ghanaian Times
Deputy Finance Minister Thomas Nyarko Ampem has disclosed to Parliament that the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) purchased 135,843 tonnes of gold between January 2025 and May 2026. The GoldBod made about 98 per cent of its gold acquisitions from the artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector. Finance Ministry officials noted that the purchases helped drive a 41 per cent appreciation of the cedi.

4. Building cost inflation rises slightly to 2.7% in May

Sources: The Ghanaian Times, The Frontline
Building cost inflation in Ghana has edged up to 2.7 per cent in May 2026, reflecting modest increases in construction materials and labour costs. Analysts attribute the slight rise to currency pressures and supply chain dynamics, though the rate remains relatively contained compared to previous years.

5. GUTA rejects PURC tariff hike, demands immediate suspension

Sources: Daily Express
The Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) has rejected the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission’s (PURC) recent electricity and water tariff hikes, demanding an immediate suspension of the adjustments. The trade body argues the increases will further burden businesses already grappling with economic challenges.

6. NACOC destroys 9.6 tonnes of narcotics worth GH¢37 million

Sources: The Ghanaian Times, The Overseer
NACOC has destroyed over 9.6 tonnes of seized narcotic drugs valued at GH¢37 million, underscoring the Commission’s commitment to combating drug trafficking and abuse. The destruction exercise, held alongside the major meth arrest announcement, demonstrates Ghana’s zero-tolerance approach to narcotics.

7. Electrochem eyes US$500 million investment for Ada salt project

Sources: The Frontline, B&FT
Electrochem Ghana Limited is targeting a US$500 million investment to position Ada as West Africa’s salt export hub, boosting foreign exchange earnings. However, the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) has denied claims of increased investment in the company, clarifying its current equity position.

8. Ghana records 15,290 new HIV infections – experts call for action

Sources: The Ghanaian Times
Health experts have raised alarm over 15,290 new HIV infections recorded in Ghana, calling for urgent action to curb the spread of the virus. The figures have renewed focus on prevention, testing, and treatment programmes, particularly among vulnerable populations.

9. BoG issues stricter sanctions for dud cheques

Sources: Daily Express, B&FT
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has announced stricter sanctions for customers who issue dud cheques, including a three-year ban on issuing cheques and a one-year restriction from accessing new credit facilities. The measures, effective immediately, aim to strengthen confidence in Ghana’s payment system.

10. Power sector bleeds cash: GH¢12.85bn bailout exposes energy funding gap

Sources: Daily Express
Ghana’s power sector has received a GH¢12.85 billion bailout, exposing a deep energy sector funding gap despite a fuel levy windfall. The development has raised questions about the sustainability of the country’s energy sector reforms and the efficiency of state-owned utility companies.