Ghana news: Monday, 19 October 2026
On Monday, 19 October 2026, 31 stories were reported by two or more of Ghana's newsrooms. Most covered: NDC clears Obuasi SHTS headmaster to contest chairmanship despite abuse probe (6 newsrooms); Education Minister refers Obuasi SHTS headmaster sexual misconduct allegations to CID (4 newsrooms); President Mahama urges Regent to preserve the peace of Dagbon (4 newsrooms). Busiest sections: politics (10), news (6), sports (6).
Education Minister refers Obuasi SHTS headmaster sexual misconduct allegations to CID
The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has referred allegations of sexual misconduct involving the headmaster of Obuasi Senior High Technical School and female students to the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) for investigation. The move is intended to allow the police to investigate the criminal aspects…
President Mahama urges Regent to preserve the peace of Dagbon
By Iddi Yire, GNA Accra, Oct 19, GNA – President John Dramani Mahama, Monday, appealed to the Regent of Dagbon, Kampakuya Naa Yakubu II, to preserve the peace…
Where is the 24-hour economy? – Bawumia challenges Mahama government to show results
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has been tearing into the government's flagship 24-hour economy, delivering a brutal verdict nearly two hours into the NDC administration.
PHOTOS: Mahama visits Kufuor, discusses national and international issues
GFA distances itself from Black Stars coaching search, says committee has the competence to deliver
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has clarified that it has no direct involvement in the selection process for the next
Japan launches spacecraft to Mars' moon in mission to bring back soil samples
Five of the world's space agencies have joined forces for the five-year mission that will attempt to land a robotic prospector plus a rover on Phobos, the larger of Mars' two moons.
‘OGs do not beef’: Reggie Rockstone fires back at Slim Buster
Hiplife pioneer Reggie Rockstone has hit back at veteran musician Slim Buster over accusations of refusing to meet and discuss music with him and claimed he had done little to help the Ghanaian music industry. In a firm response, Reggie said he was disappointed that…
Victoria Orenze rebukes worshippers for filming during ministration
Government mobilises GH¢400m for tertiary institutions’ Book and Research Allowances
Government has mobilised approximately GH¢400 million to facilitate the payment of Book and Research Allowances to eligible tertiary institutions across the country, Hashmin Mohammed, Spokesperson to the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced.
Japan launches historic MMX sample-return mission to Mars' moon Phobos
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Quality, integrity must define Ghanaian brands – Prof. Stephen Adei
Accra, Oct. 19, GNA – Professor Stephen Adei, Patron of the Chartered Institute of Marketing, Ghana (CIMG), has urged marketing practitioners to help build competitive Ghanaian brands that…
Cristiano Ronaldo suspended for 30 days after quitting Portugal camp
On 30 September, the former Real Madrid and Manchester United star walked out of an international camp before a training session at Parken Stadium in Copenhagen.
Japan Launches Probe in First Sampling Mission to a Moon of Mars
Nii the Menace runs 240Km from Accra to Kumasi to promote breast cancer awareness
For seven days, Caleb Nii Okai pushed through pain, exhaustion and challenging weather to complete a 240-kilometre run from Accra to Kumasi. Popularly known as Nii the Menace, the endurance athlete undertook the challenge to raise awareness about breast cancer and encourage women to seek…
Sinapi Aba golfers excel at 8th AGA Otumfuo Invitational tournament
Sinapi Aba Savings and Loans celebrated success at the 8th AGA Otumfuo Invitational, with Lydia Opoku Ware winning the ladies’ competition and Tony Appiah finishing as runner-up in the men’s competition. Held at the Royal Golf Club, the annual event brought together 72 golfers from…
Cristiano Ronaldo handed 30-day suspension after Portugal camp walkout
GWL announces water rationing for Kpone-Katamanso, Tema, Ashaiman
‘We have stabilised the present, now we must secure the future’ — Ato Forson
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has called for a decisive break with the economic patterns that have held Ghana back, saying the country must now build on stabilisation to secure lasting prosperity. Speaking during his New Economy engagement with faculty and students at the…
William Bediako joins Atletico Madrid after Berekum Chelsea exit
Ghanaian midfielder William Bediako has joined Spanish side Atletico Madrid, where he is expected to feature for the club’s Under-19 team after leaving Ghana Premier League outfit Berekum Chelsea.
Canadian murder case: State to call first witness on January 12
Accra, Oct. 19, GNA – An Accra High Court will commence the trial of Safina Adizatu Mohammed, a student accused of murdering her Canadian-based boyfriend, Frank Kofi Osei,…
EPL: Brandon Thomas-Asanteâs second assist of the season not enough as Coventry suffer fifth defeat
Ghana international Brandon Thomas-Asante assisted a goal for Coventry City on Monday night, but it was not enough as the team suffered a 3-1 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur in the English Premier League.The winger, on the back of his impressive display for his team in…
Sarkodie denies mocking Stonebwoy, says he would repost video
Ex-Ghana Prem starlet William Bediako seals Atletico Madrid move
Former Berekum Chelsea midfielder William Bediako has joined Spanish giants Atlético Madrid on loan. The 18-year-old moved to Spain this summer and signed for lower side Trival Vald who have farmed him out to the Metropolitano with an option to buy. Bediako, a defensive midfielder,…
Ethiopia PM warns Eritrea of 'severe consequences' if supports enemies
Semenyo out of Ghana’s Somalia double-header with knee injury
Fridge-free vaccines could reach more people, but there are still practical challenges in African settings
Hawa Koomson demands independent probe into alleged abuse of 19 Obuasi SHS girls
The National Women’s Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Mavis Hawa Koomson, has called for a swift, independent and transparent investigation into allegations of sexual abuse involving 19 female students of Obuasi Senior High School (SHS).
Henry Asante Twum explains criteria behind Kim Björkegren’s interim Black Stars appointment
Ghana Football Association (GFA) Communications Director Henry Asante Twum has outlined the criteria used to select Kim Lars Björkegren to lead the interim Black Stars technical team for the November 2026 international window.
Office Space actor Richard Riehle dies at 78
Akandoh: Health Ministry awaits clearance to recruit 8,000 more health workers
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This page lists every story from Monday, 19 October 2026 that at least two Ghanaian newsrooms reported, so it captures the day's main events rather than every headline. Each story links to the original reports.