Wednesday, 2 September 2026 News Headlines: Atta Akyea Dismantles Prosecution Case in Adu-Boahene Trial as NPP Demands GoldBod Buyers List
Atta Akyea Exposes Major Cracks in GH¢49.1m Prosecution Case
Lead counsel Samuel Atta Akyea has concluded a lengthy cross-examination of the final EOCO prosecution witness, securing key admissions that have significantly weakened the state’s case against former NSB Director-General Kwabena Adu-Boahene. Multiple papers describe it as a major courtroom victory for the defence.
2. GoldBod Controversy
NPP Demands Full Disclosure of Foreign Gold Buyers and Discounts
Storyline: The opposition continues to press GoldBod over the reported GH¢22 billion ($1.7bn–$1.9bn) trading loss. NPP figures, including Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, are demanding the publication of the list of foreign gold buyers, contract terms, and any discounts offered, while calling for clearer explanations from the authorities.
3. African Investment Climate
Headline: Sir Sam Jonah: Stop Harassing African Investors
Storyline: Renowned businessman Sir Sam Jonah has urged African leaders to end the harassment of indigenous investors, warning that such treatment drives capital away from the continent at a time when local investment is critically needed.
4. Security & Violence
Headline: Deadly Land Dispute Leaves 3 Dead, 15 Injured in New Winneba
Storyline: A violent land clash in the New Winneba area has resulted in three deaths and fifteen people in critical condition, with police intervening to contain the situation.
5. Other Notable Stories
World Bank highlights that 56.4% of Ghanaians remain poor despite recent economic recovery.
Government awards GH¢486.7 million contracts for 24-Hour Markets through single-sourcing, drawing criticism.
COCOBOD settles GH¢2.3 billion in DDEP obligations for 2026.
Centre for Policy Studies warns that Free SHS cannot be sustained in its current form without major reforms.
President Mahama challenges the Non-Aligned Movement to move from declarations to concrete action.
