Monday, 9 November 2026 News Headlines: Passport Scandal Rocks Government as Minority Tables Evidence of Diplomatic Passports Sold for Cash
Minority Exposes Alleged Sale of Diplomatic and Service Passports
Storyline: The Minority in Parliament has presented approval letters, passport copies and payment receipts, accusing officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Passport Office of selling special passports to unqualified persons under fake official titles. They are demanding a parliamentary probe.
2. Judicial Strike
Headline: Courts Remain Shut as JUSAG Strike Enters Second Week
Storyline: The Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana has rejected the government’s latest offer and vowed to continue its nationwide strike until its revised conditions of service demands are met.
3. Media Support
Headline: Mahama Allocates GH¢10 Million to Reactivate Media Development Fund
Storyline: At the 30th Ghana Journalists Association Awards, President John Mahama announced a GH¢10 million allocation in the 2027 Budget to support journalists’ welfare, training and professional development. Philip Osei Bonsu was named Journalist of the Year.
4. Other Notable Stories
Wassa Fiase chiefs have opposed the renewal of Gold Fields’ Tarkwa mine lease, calling for greater Ghanaian control.
Anger is growing within the Ghana Armed Forces over the failure to sanction Sam George for allegedly attacking a military officer.
Veteran politician and outspoken commentator Kofi Wayo has died at the age of 71.
