Good Morning Ghana: four things to know on 9 October 2026
Bank of Ghana warns against 20 loan apps, a targeted mortgage rate falls to 8.4%, road deaths pass 2,100, and ISWAP attacks a base in Borno.
Good morning, Ghana. Here are four verified developments to begin Friday, 9 October 2026.
Bank of Ghana warns against 20 unauthorised loan apps
The Bank of Ghana has warned the public about 20 mobile loan applications operating without authorisation. The central bank advises borrowers to verify a lender’s regulatory status before sharing personal information or accepting credit. The full list and notice are available from the Bank of Ghana.
National Homeownership Fund mortgage rate falls to 8.4%
The National Homeownership Fund has reduced the interest rate under its own mortgage scheme from 13.5% to 8.4%. The reduction does not apply automatically to every mortgage product in Ghana. Lending under the scheme resumed in September, with repayment periods of up to 20 years.
More than 2,100 road deaths recorded
Police data reported by Graphic Online show that 2,151 people died in 10,157 road crashes across Ghana between January and September. The Motor Traffic and Transport Department describes many of the crashes as preventable and is urging motorists to respect traffic regulations.
ISWAP attacks military base in Borno
In northeastern Nigeria, militants affiliated with Islamic State attacked a military base in Borno State. Nigeria’s military says its forces repelled the assault, although several soldiers were killed. The event remains an important regional security development for West Africa.
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Sources
Bank of Ghana: Notice No. 36 on unlicensed digital credit services providers.
MyJoyOnline: National Homeownership Fund cuts mortgage rate to 8.4%.
Graphic Online: 2,151 road deaths in 10,157 crashes from January to September.
Associated Press: ISWAP attack on a military base in northeastern Nigeria.
Today’s thought
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