Monday, 14 September 2026 News Headlines: France Seizes Over $260 Million Cocaine Shipment from Ghana as Minority Demands Answers on Country’s Growing Role as Drug Transit Hub
Massive Cocaine Bust – €225m–$261m Shipment from Ghana Seized in France
Storyline: French customs have intercepted a major cocaine consignment originating from Ghana, valued between €225 million and $261 million. The Minority is demanding explanations on how such large quantities continue to leave the country undetected and whether Ghana is becoming a preferred transit hub for international cartels.
2. Adu-Boahene Trial
Headline: AG’s Case in Crisis – No Assets Linked to GH¢49.1m
Storyline: The prosecution has closed its case in the National Security trial, but EOCO has failed to trace the alleged GH¢49.1 million to any property or vehicle belonging to former National Security Coordinator Kwabena Adu-Boahene, leaving the state’s case significantly weakened.
3. National Cathedral
Headline: Mahama Tells Christians: Fund the Cathedral Yourselves
Storyline: President Mahama has stated that the National Cathedral should be funded by the Christian community and not with taxpayers’ money, revealing a difference in approach with Local Government Minister Ayariga on the project.
4. Fuel & Economy
Headline: Fuel Prices Set to Surge from Wednesday
Storyline: Petrol is projected to hit GH¢16.26 and diesel nearly GH¢19.00 from mid-week, adding fresh pressure on transport and living costs.
5. Other Notable Stories
Government has committed special funding to Free SHS and aims to end the double-track system by 2027.
NPP figures, including Annoh-Dompreh, are calling for party unity behind Dr. Bawumia ahead of 2028.
Ghana has finally approved 5G spectrum for MTN and other operators.
Korle Bu’s Director of Finance is under intense scrutiny over the Pay-As-You-Go healthcare scheme.
