Tuesday, 27 October 2026 News Headlines: TOR Records GH¢1.24 Billion Profit as Refinery Rebound Gains Momentum
Storage Volumes Surge 216% as TOR Returns to Profitability
Storyline: Tema Oil Refinery Managing Director Edmond Kombat announces that the facility has recorded a GH¢1.24 billion profit, with storage volumes rising sharply. The refinery, which inherited heavy losses and debt in 2025, is now targeting 70% local fuel supply by 2028 and has created over 1,600 jobs.
2. NDC 2028 Flagbearer Race
Headline: Battle for NDC Flagbearer Slot Begins as Asiedu Nketiah Stays Out
Storyline: With Asiedu Nketiah declining to contest his current position, attention shifts to potential 2028 flagbearer contenders including Julius Debrah, Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, Ato Forson and Eric Opoku as the party completes its constituency elections.
3. Northern Ashanti Mines Dispute
Headline: Military Seizure of Northern Ashanti Mines Sparks Outrage
Storyline: Former MP Edward Enin and other stakeholders describe the military takeover of Northern Ashanti Mines as undemocratic, while the company continues its legal battle over the termination of the Konongo concession.
4. Other Notable Stories
GoldBod maintains that CEO Sammy Gyamfi did not endorse illegal mining, even as some critics demand his resignation over recent remarks.
University of Ghana and its Alumni Association continue to honour Dr Alex Dadey Snr with a centre named after him.
