Good Morning Ghana: four verified updates for 28 October 2026

Ground-rent enforcement planned

The Lands Commission says it has begun legal processes against defaulting lessees of state and vested lands, with full enforcement expected in 2027. Ground rent is an annual lease obligation. This is a planned enforcement measure, not a report that every defaulter has already been taken to court.

Source: Ghana News Agency — https://gna.org.gh/2026/10/lands-commission-to-pursue-legal-action-against-ground-rent-defaulters/

MTN reports 500-site rollout

MTN Ghana says it is deploying 500 new network sites under a US$1.1 billion three-year investment programme. The company-reported rollout is ongoing.

Source: Ghana News Agency — https://gna.org.gh/2026/10/we-remain-committed-to-building-a-stronger-network-mtn-ghana/

Support announced for 19 students

Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu says 19 students connected to allegations at Obuasi Senior High Technical School will receive counselling, medical care and academic support. CID and DOVVSU investigations continue. The students’ identities must remain protected.

Source: Ghana News Agency — https://gna.org.gh/2026/10/education-ministry-to-provide-support-for-19-students-in-obuasi-shts-sexual-abuse-case/

Nigeria monitors Ebola contacts

WHO reports one imported Bundibugyo virus disease case in Abuja and 44 contacts identified for monitoring. WHO advises against travel or trade restrictions.

Source: World Health Organization — https://www.who.int/emergencies/disease-outbreak-news/item/2026-DON622

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