Monday, 26 October 2026 News Headlines: Violence and Vote-Buying Mar NDC Constituency Elections
Gunshots, Vote-Buying and Chaos Rock Polls
Storyline: The NDC’s constituency executive elections across the country were marred by widespread reports of vote-buying, violence and gunshots, prompting the party to pledge a full probe into the irregularities while leaders call for unity.
2. GoldBod Controversy
Headline: Minority Demands Sammy Gyamfi’s Resignation Over Galamsey Remarks
Storyline: The Minority in Parliament has intensified pressure on GoldBod CEO Sammy Gyamfi, demanding his immediate resignation over comments suggesting small-scale mining could be undertaken without licences in certain areas. GoldBod has rejected claims that he endorsed illegal mining.
3. Mining Dispute
Headline: Northern Ashanti Mines Sues Government Over $110m Concession
Storyline: Northern Ashanti Mining Limited has dragged the government to court and filed an injunction to protect its $110 million investment in the Konongo concession amid ongoing disputes with the state.
4. Other Notable Stories
University of Ghana and its Alumni Association formally honour Dr Alex Dadey Snr, father of KGL Boss, with the unveiling of a legacy centre.
An IMF team visits Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) to assess ongoing rehabilitation and financial recovery efforts as the refinery discloses a significant debt burden.
