The Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) has given the Ministry of Finance 14 days to suspend the implementation of Section 136 of the Customs Act, 2026 (Act 1179), amid concerns over its impact on Ghana’s downstream petroleum sector.
COMAC’s Chief Executive Officer and Industry Coordinator, Dr Riverson Oppong, said the Chamber wants the provision suspended immediately and indefinitely.
The Chamber has warned that failure to suspend the provision within the 14-day period will trigger an emergency general meeting to determine its next steps through administrative, regulatory and legal channels.
What Section 136 Changes
Section 136 shifts responsibility for accounting for downstream petroleum taxes from Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) and LPG Marketing Companies (LPGMCs) to Bulk Import, Distribution and Export Companies (BIDECs).
Under the new arrangement, BIDECs are required to account for the relevant tax at the point of sale. The Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority may also defer payment for up to 21 days against a bank guarantee.
COMAC argues that the change moves the tax obligation rather than addressing what it identifies as weaknesses in the enforcement of existing controls.
Dr Oppong said the Chamber’s position is that the focus should remain on enforcement and transparency within the existing system.
COMAC Raises Fuel Supply Concerns
COMAC has expressed concern that placing the tax obligation at the bulk-supply level could increase financing and guarantee costs for BIDECs.
The Chamber says such additional costs could potentially be passed on to consumers through higher fuel prices. It has also warned that concentrating the obligation among bulk suppliers could create a potential single point of failure if a major BIDEC encounters enforcement or financial difficulties.
COMAC maintains that it has no intention of disrupting petroleum supplies and recognises the essential service provided by its members.
However, it says the industry is concerned about operating under a framework it considers insufficiently tested and explained.
COMAC’s Other Concerns
The Chamber has also raised questions about the timing of tax obligations under different sections of the Customs Act.
It says Section 126(6) establishes one tax-payment trigger while Section 136 establishes another, creating what COMAC describes as uncertainty around when tax obligations become due.
COMAC is additionally seeking greater transparency regarding credit-limit overrides within the Integrated Customs Management System (ICUMS), the granting of non-bonded status to some operators and outstanding issues involving petroleum products.
The Chamber says its analysis of 2025 industry data identified approximately 819.25 million litres of unaccounted-for petroleum products, with an estimated revenue implication of about GH¢2.5 billion. These figures are COMAC’s own analysis and have been reported as such.
14-Day Deadline
COMAC has therefore called on the Finance Ministry to publicly announce the suspension of Section 136 within 14 days.
If the deadline passes without a suspension, the Chamber says it will convene an emergency general meeting to determine subsequent administrative, regulatory and legal steps.
The Finance Ministry and Ghana Revenue Authority had not publicly responded to COMAC’s 14-day demand in the reports reviewed.
The Northern Regional Police Command has arrested three suspected kidnappers in connection with the abduction of Ayuba Sumiya Mawudu, also known as Haruna, at Dobini Bunban near Yendi in the Northern Region.
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The suspects, identified as Mahumudu Abdulai, 32, Ganiu Sumaila, 32, and Abdulai Salam, 28, were arrested at different locations in Sang in the Mion District on September 29, 2026.
Victim allegedly abducted by armed men
Preliminary investigations indicate that the victim was allegedly abducted on September 25, 2026, after four armed men attacked him and his brother at their residence.
According to the police account, the suspected kidnappers subsequently contacted the victim’s family and demanded GH¢100,000 for his release.
Victim escapes from captivity
The victim reportedly managed to escape from his captors and was taken to a clinic in Sambu for medical attention.
Police officers subsequently proceeded to the facility, where they engaged the victim. He reportedly told investigators that he had been taken to an undisclosed location and kept under guard by armed men before escaping.
According to the account, some farmers in Sambu assisted the victim to safety after his escape.
Suspects identified
The victim subsequently identified all three arrested suspects from photographs presented to him by the Police.
Further investigations have also reportedly linked the suspects to other robbery incidents in the area.
Police continue investigations
The three suspects are currently in Police custody assisting with investigations as authorities work to establish the full circumstances surrounding the alleged kidnapping.
Police are also continuing efforts to arrest the remaining suspected accomplices connected to the incident.
The suspects remain suspected at this stage, and the investigation is ongoing.
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Nestlé Ghana has launched the MILO Energy To Start promotion, offering consumers across the country the opportunity to win more than GH₵5 million in cash and prizes.
The nationwide campaign is built around specially marked MILO packs and combines consumer rewards with scholarships, household items, bicycles and a grand prize of a new family car. Nestlé Ghana says the initiative is designed to recognise consumer loyalty while strengthening MILO’s longstanding connection with Ghanaian families.
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Nestlé Ghana launches MILO Energy To Start
The promotion was unveiled at Nestlé Ghana’s head office in Dzorwulu, Accra, with company executives highlighting the scale of the campaign and the brand’s long-standing presence in Ghanaian households.
Category Manager for Beverages and Dairy at Nestlé MILO, Myron Otoo, said the company was “switching up the energy” with one of MILO’s major consumer promotions.
According to Otoo, the initiative is intended to acknowledge the loyalty of consumers while reinforcing MILO’s commitment to Ghanaian families.
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“Your loyalty to this brand reminds us of our commitment to nourishing the Ghanaian child, and this promotion is our way of giving back that energy,” Otoo said.
More than GH₵5 million in prizes
The MILO Energy To Start promotion features a broad range of rewards. These include educational scholarships, bicycles, refrigerators, smart watches, cash prizes and a brand-new family car.
According to MILO Ghana’s official promotion information, the total value of cash and prizes exceeds GH₵5 million. The promotion also includes footballs, shopping vouchers, mobile money deposits and instant airtime rewards.
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Nestlé says the rewards are intended to give consumers opportunities to benefit from the campaign in different ways, from immediate rewards to longer-term educational support.
MILO targets consumers nationwide
National Sales Manager of Nestlé Ghana, Jacob Odoi, highlighted MILO’s extensive distribution network and recognition among Ghanaian consumers.
Odoi described MILO as a brand deeply connected with everyday Ghanaian life and said the promotion reflects the relationship that has developed between the brand and its consumers over the years.
He also described MILO as representing “the lifestyle of champions”, linking the promotion to the brand’s long-running association with sports, children and achievement.
How to participate in the MILO Energy To Start promotion
Consumers can participate by purchasing specially marked 20g or 37g MILO sachets or 400g MILO tins carrying the Energy To Start promotion.
Participants can find a unique promotional code inside the qualifying sachets or underneath the peel-off section of the 400g tin.
To enter, consumers should dial 3808# on their mobile phone and follow the instructions to submit the unique code. Smartphone users can also scan the QR code provided on the promotional packaging.
MILO Ghana states that participation through the promotional shortcode is free. For the 20g and 37g sachets, 10 unique code submissions count as one entry, while one unique code submission from a 400g tin counts as one entry.
Scholarships, family car and other rewards
The promotion includes a variety of prizes designed to appeal to consumers and families. Among the headline rewards are educational scholarships and a brand-new family car, alongside household appliances and other consumer prizes.
MILO Ghana’s official promotion information says the campaign is open to people aged 18 and above and is available nationwide.
The promotion started on September 1, 2026, with the campaign scheduled to end on November 27, 2026. The final draw is expected to take place in November, with further details to be announced by the organisers.
A major consumer engagement campaign
The MILO Energy To Start promotion represents another major consumer engagement initiative by Nestlé Ghana around one of its best-known brands.
Beyond the prize component, the campaign is being positioned around consumer loyalty, family participation and the MILO brand’s established “energy of champions” proposition.
With participation available nationwide and prizes exceeding GH₵5 million, the campaign gives Ghanaian consumers multiple opportunities to enter while allowing Nestlé Ghana to deepen engagement with the market.
Consumers interested in participating are advised to purchase only specially marked MILO Energy To Start promotional packs and follow the official participation instructions provided by MILO Ghana.
A young trader and recent Senior High School graduate, Beatrice Afful, has reportedly died after being struck by a vehicle on the Kumasi-Bibiani stretch while returning home from Kumasi.
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According to a report by Dunkwa TV cited by ModernGhana, the incident occurred after Beatrice, a resident of the Sefwi Akontombra District in the Western North Region, travelled to Kumasi to replenish stock for her dress business.
Beatrice Was Returning From Kumasi
Beatrice had reportedly completed Senior High School recently and had travelled to Kumasi to purchase new dresses after selling out her previous stock.
She was returning home aboard a VIP bus when she reportedly asked the driver to stop by the roadside so she could urinate.
Struck After Getting Off Bus
According to the reports, Beatrice alighted from the bus and was allegedly struck by a car approaching from the opposite direction.
She was subsequently rushed to the nearest hospital for medical attention but was pronounced dead upon arrival.
The incident has been reported as a tragedy on the Kumasi-Bibiani stretch, highlighting the dangers passengers can face when stopping along busy highways.
Beatrice Was Building Her Business
Reports indicate that Beatrice had turned to trading after completing Senior High School and was travelling to Kumasi to replenish the dresses she sold as part of her business.
Her death has since drawn attention to the circumstances surrounding roadside stops by long-distance passengers.
Incident Reported in September
The incident was reported on September 15, 2026, with ModernGhana publishing details on September 16. The account was attributed to Dunkwa TV.
Tennessee death-row inmate remains in critical condition after failed execution attempt, lawyers say
Tennessee death-row inmate Christa Pike has been taken to hospital after surviving two doses of the lethal-injection drug during an attempted execution in Nashville, according to her lawyers and US authorities.
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Pike, 50, was scheduled to be executed on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, for the 1995 murder of 19-year-old Colleen Slemmer. The execution was halted after officials administered two doses of pentobarbital but Pike remained alive.
Pike Taken to Hospital
Pike’s lawyers said she was transported by ambulance to a hospital after the execution attempt.
According to court filings, Pike remained breathing and had a heartbeat after the two injections. Media witnesses also reported hearing her breathing and snoring during the prolonged procedure.
Reuters reported on October 1 that Pike was in critical condition and receiving life-saving medical care in Nashville.
Her legal team said they had not initially been informed of her medical condition after she was taken from the prison.
Two Doses of Pentobarbital
Tennessee officials administered two doses of pentobarbital during the attempted execution at Riverbend Maximum Security Institution in Nashville.
The Tennessee Department of Correction said it followed the state’s established execution protocol and that Pike was subsequently transported to an off-site medical facility.
Her lawyers, however, have raised questions about the execution process, including difficulties involving intravenous access and the condition of the drugs. Those claims remain contested, with state officials maintaining that the established protocol was followed.
Execution Halted After Pike Survived
Pike’s execution had already faced legal uncertainty earlier Wednesday after the US Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals temporarily stopped the procedure.
The US Supreme Court later allowed Tennessee to proceed with the execution.
After the two lethal-injection attempts failed to result in Pike’s death, emergency medical intervention was initiated and she was taken to hospital.
Tennessee Suspends Remaining Executions
Following the incident, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced that executions scheduled in the state for the remainder of 2026 would be halted.
Lee also ordered a comprehensive third-party review to determine what happened during the attempted execution.
The incident represents the second failed execution attempt in Tennessee in 2026. Earlier this year, officials were unable to execute death-row inmate Tony Thomas Carruthers after experiencing difficulties establishing intravenous access.
Pike’s Death Sentence
Pike was convicted in connection with the 1995 killing of her classmate, Colleen Slemmer, in Knoxville, Tennessee.
She was 18 when the killing occurred and has spent approximately three decades on death row. She would have been the first woman executed by Tennessee in more than 200 years.
As of the latest reports, Pike’s medical condition remains serious and the circumstances surrounding the failed execution are subject to further review.
MTN Ghana has brought together more than 50 bloggers and digital content creators for a forum focused on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, content creation, personal branding and opportunities within Ghana’s growing digital economy.
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The forum, held in Accra on October 1, 2026, formed part of MTN Ghana’s broader efforts to support digital skills development, responsible technology adoption and collaboration within Ghana’s creator ecosystem.
MTN Ghana engages more than 50 bloggers
The initiative provided bloggers and digital creators with an opportunity to engage MTN Ghana executives and industry professionals on emerging technologies and trends shaping the digital landscape.
Welcoming participants, Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer of MTN Ghana, Adwoa Wiafe, said the company valued its relationship with the blogging community and recognised the role content creators play in informing and engaging the public.
She said the forum was designed to create meaningful engagement between MTN Ghana and bloggers while allowing participants to exchange perspectives, discuss industry developments and explore opportunities within the changing digital environment.
AI takes centre stage
Artificial intelligence was a major focus of the forum, with participants introduced to practical ways AI tools can support their daily work.
Senior Manager for Digital Analytics and Monetisation at MTN Ghana, Kwame Manu, discussed the development of AI and how content creators can use the technology for research, trend identification, idea generation and productivity.
Manu, however, cautioned bloggers to verify information generated by AI tools because such systems can sometimes produce inaccurate information.
He also encouraged creators to retain their individual voices and judgement when using AI, stressing the importance of providing appropriate instructions and context when working with AI systems.
Bloggers introduced to agentic AI
The session also introduced participants to the concept of agentic AI, referring to emerging artificial intelligence systems capable of carrying out sequences of tasks with limited human intervention.
The discussion highlighted the potential for AI to become a productivity tool for creators while reinforcing the need for human oversight, verification and editorial judgement.
Participants were also encouraged to use technology to enhance their work without losing originality, authenticity and their individual perspectives.
Content creation as a business
Senior Manager, MTN Home, Dorinda Bruce-Acquah, addressed opportunities in the changing world of work and encouraged bloggers to approach their platforms as businesses.
She urged creators to identify clear areas of focus, develop loyal communities and continuously improve their skills.
Bruce-Acquah also highlighted MTN Home’s Fibre and Fixed Wireless Access services as connectivity options for creators working from home or requiring reliable internet access for their professional activities.
MoMo opportunities for creators
The forum also featured a presentation from Isaac Agyenim Boateng, Trade Marketing Coordinator at MobileMoney Fintech LTD.
He introduced participants to opportunities and features available to creators through the MoMo app and encouraged bloggers to explore relevant services and offers available on the platform.
Cybersecurity and protecting digital platforms
Cybersecurity formed another important part of the engagement, with Fatawu Sanie Siba, Senior Digital Account Manager at Innova DDB Ghana, sharing practical guidance on protecting social media accounts and digital platforms.
He also discussed how content creators can navigate relationships with corporate brands while maintaining professionalism and protecting their digital interests.
The cybersecurity discussion comes as content creators increasingly depend on social media platforms and digital accounts to build audiences, generate revenue and engage businesses.
MTN Ghana reaffirms support for bloggers
Ag. Senior Manager for Corporate Communications, Efua Falconer, reaffirmed MTN Ghana’s commitment to stakeholder engagement and assured members of the New Media Association of the company’s continued collaboration and support.
President of the New Media Association of Ghana, Eugene Osafo-Nkansah, welcomed the initiative and encouraged bloggers to apply the knowledge and perspectives gained from the forum to improve their work.
Part of Ghana’s evolving digital economy
The engagement comes as Ghana’s digital economy continues to expand, creating new opportunities for content creators, entrepreneurs and technology professionals.
MTN Ghana has identified digital transformation and connectivity as important elements of its long-term strategy. The company is marking 30 years of operations in Ghana in 2026 under the theme “30 Years of Progress, Powered by You.”
MTN Ghana said its anniversary activities reflect its broader focus on connectivity, digital innovation, skills development and creating opportunities for individuals and communities.
For bloggers and digital creators, the forum provided an opportunity to explore how artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, connectivity, personal branding and digital platforms can contribute to sustainable participation in Ghana’s digital economy.
As technology continues to reshape the media and content landscape, the discussions around responsible AI use, cybersecurity, originality and professional brand relationships are expected to remain relevant to Ghana’s growing creator community.
Over 100 procurement professionals and business practitioners from some of Ghana’s leading institutions have participated in the 2026 KRIF Ghana Procurement Master Class, in what organisers described as a highly practical and engaging professional development programme.
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Held under the theme “Buying Better: Cost, Quality, Risk & Total Value in Workplace Procurement,” the Master Class brought together professionals from the public and private sectors for intensive learning, practical exercises, knowledge-sharing and networking.
Participants were drawn from prominent institutions including the Bank of Ghana, the Office of the President, the Ghana Police Service, Tobinco Media Group and the Ghana Health sector, among other leading organisations.
The strong institutional representation turned the programmeinto a major gathering of procurement professionals, creating an opportunity for participants to exchange experiences, examine real workplace challenges and explore practical approaches to improving procurement performance.
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The programme featured a line-up of experienced facilitators and practitioners, including Management and Procurement Consultant Kobina Atta Bedu and International Development Consultant and former USAID Chief of Party in Zambia, Maggie Lada.
Executive Chairman of KRIF Ghana Limited, Rev. Kennedy Okosun, also addressed participants, challenging procurement professionals to look beyond traditional administrative functions and position themselves as strategic contributors to organisational growth and performance.
Beyond the Lowest Price
Mr. Kobina Atta Bedu cautioned procurement professionals against “maverick buying”, warning that unplanned purchasing outside established systems could undermine an organisation’sstrategy, spending controls and financial performance.
He explained that maverick buying occurs when individuals or departments make purchases outside established procurement systems and procedures.
“Do you want to have an organisation where there’s maverick buying, where everybody buys what they want, or do we have a structured approach where spending is aggregated and consolidated?” he asked.
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Mr. Bedu said organisations must determine procurement structures that best support their vision and objectives, including whether purchasing should be centralised or decentralised.
He challenged procurement professionals to understand their organisations beyond their departments by studying their corporate objectives, vision, values and business strategies.
“You have to understand the bigger picture,” he said, stressing the need for procurement professionals to translate corporate strategies into appropriate procurement strategies.
According to him, organisations pursuing cost leadership require procurement strategies capable of securing goods and services at competitive prices, while businesses pursuing differentiation may require procurement decisions that place greater emphasis on quality and other factors that give them a competitive advantage.
He urged professionals to understand how procurement decisions affect revenue, costs, profitability and overall organisational performance.
Emotional Intelligence Matters
Ms. Maggie Lada, meanwhile, identified emotional intelligence, curiosity and sound judgement as important qualities for procurement professionals seeking to advance into leadership positions.
She said procurement professionals must be able to build relationships across departments, manage disagreements professionally and remain collaborative while protecting procurement standards.
Speaking at the Master Class, Ms. Lada said while technical knowledge and attention to detail remained essential, emotional intelligence became increasingly important as professionals progressed into middle and senior management.
She encouraged procurement managers to approach superiors not merely with problems but also with possible solutions, adding that senior professionals must be able to interpret complex regulations and apply them appropriately to situations that may not fit neatly into established rules.
Ms. Lada also encouraged participants to cultivate curiosity and think creatively about how procurement regulations could support broader organisational objectives.
Procurement Professionals Challenged to Aim Higher
Rev. Kennedy Okosun challenged participants to continuously upgrade their knowledge and move beyond viewing procurement as merely an administrative function.
He said procurement professionals needed to understand finance, operations, technology, strategy and leadership if they were to become effective contributors to organisational decision-making.
He urged professionals to focus not only on price but also on quality, risk, efficiency and total value.
According to Rev. Okosun, KRIF Ghana’s four decades of experience working with institutions had reinforced its belief that effective procurement leadership could have a direct impact on organisational performance.
Hands-On Learning
Unlike conventional training programmes focused largely on classroom presentations, the KRIF Master Class incorporated practical learning through a Procurement Challenge Lab, where participants worked in teams to solve a realistic procurement scenario from the planning stage through to contract award.
The programme also featured sessions on professional development, procurement beyond the lowest price, the hidden costs of cheap purchases and practical approaches to supplier evaluation.
Participants engaged in an action-planning session and networking activities, allowing them to translate lessons from the programme into practical steps for their respective organisations.
Certificates of participation were also presented to participants at the end of the programme.
The organisers said the Master Class was designed to help procurement professionals strengthen their competence, broaden their strategic outlook and develop practical approaches capable of delivering greater value to their organisations.
With participation from institutions spanning financial services, government, security, media and healthcare, the event offered a rare platform for professionals from different sectors to learn from one another and build valuable industry connections.
For those who missed the 2026 edition, the depth of participation, calibre of facilitators and practical nature of the sessions underlined just how much professional knowledge and networking opportunities were packed into the programme.
KRIF Ghana said the initiative forms part of its broader commitment to developing procurement professionals who can move beyond routine purchasing and play a more strategic role in organisational growth and performance.
Samuel Clottey Calls for Permanent Structure to Rebuild Black Stars
Samuel Clottey, Founder and CEO of Sam Creatives, has called for a permanent football structure around Ghana’s Black Stars, arguing that the national team needs to move beyond short-term solutions and develop a sustainable system for long-term success.
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Clottey wants long-term Black Stars structure
Clottey’s comments come after Ghana’s difficult opening to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign. The Black Stars lost 2-0 to Côte d’Ivoire in Bouaké before suffering a 4-2 defeat to The Gambia at the Accra Sports Stadium.
Ghana initially took a 2-0 lead against The Gambia through Ernest Nuamah and Felix Afena-Gyan before the visitors mounted a comeback. The result left Ghana without a point from its opening two Group C matches. [oai_citation:0‡Ghana News Agency](https://gna.org.gh/2026/09/black-stars-defeat-against-gambia-sparks-calls-for-changes-in-technical-team/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
Call for continuity beyond coaching changes
According to Clottey, Ghana’s response should go beyond simply changing coaches. He is calling for a long-term technical structure built around a clear football philosophy, proper scouting and a pathway connecting youth development to the senior national team.
“We need to stop starting all over again whenever there is a change of coach. There must be a permanent structure for the Black Stars, with a clear football philosophy and a plan that can be followed over a number of years,” Clottey said.
Learning from Ghana’s football generation
Clottey pointed to former Black Stars players including Michael Essien, Stephen Appiah, Asamoah Gyan and Tony Yeboah as examples of the quality Ghana has produced.
He believes Ghana needs a system capable of consistently identifying and developing players who can reach comparable levels.
“We have produced players like Essien, Appiah, Gyan and Yeboah. The question now is how we create the environment to consistently produce players of that quality,” he said.
Stronger scouting and youth pathway
Clottey has called for Ghana to strengthen its scouting network so that players in the Ghana Premier League and those developing abroad can be monitored throughout the year.
He also wants stronger links between the youth national teams and the Black Stars, allowing promising players to be tracked as they progress through the various national-team levels.
Investment in grassroots football, coaching education and player development, he said, should also form part of a broader long-term plan.
Looking beyond the latest results
Clottey believes Ghana’s recent results should be considered as part of a wider discussion about the national team’s structure. The Black Stars surrendered a two-goal advantage against The Gambia before losing 4-2. oai_citation:1‡Confédération Africaine de Football
He argues that responsibility should not rest entirely on the head coach, saying the broader football structure around the national team must also be strong.
“The coach is important, but the coach alone cannot build the future of Ghana football. The structure around the team must also be strong,” he said.
Focus on sustainable development
Clottey believes Ghana’s immediate priority is to recover in the remaining AFCON qualifiers while using the current situation to establish a sustainable system for the future.
For him, the objective should extend beyond qualification for one tournament and focus on developing a Black Stars team capable of competing consistently across generations.
“Ghana cannot continue rebuilding the Black Stars from scratch every few years. We need a permanent structure and a proper pathway to build a solid team for the future,” Clottey said.
Accra, Ghana – Sept. 30, 2026 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today unveiled the Galaxy Tab S12 series — Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and Tab S12+ — delivering Samsung’s most capable and versatile tablet experience yet. Packing breakthrough performance, long-lasting battery life, and the latest Galaxy AI into Galaxy Tab’s signature ultra-thin design, the new lineup turns complex workflows into effortless, everyday achievements whether it’s mastering skills, pursuing career goals or exploring creative passions.
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Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and Tab S12+ feature immersive displays and come bundled with the ergonomically designed S Pen for effortless note-taking and precise editing. With easy access to professional-grade apps and versatile accessories, users can pursue their passions and progress toward their goals with ease. Combining portability with professional-grade power, the #GalaxyTabS12 series givesusers instant access to powerful capabilities whenever inspiration strikes.
“The Galaxy Tab S12 series is designed for people who are constantly exploring new ideas, developing new skills and bringing their ambitions to life,” said Jay Kim, Executive Vice President and Head of Customer Experience Office, Mobile eXperience (MX) Business at Samsung Electronics. “Built with industry-leading hardware, the Galaxy Tab S12 seriespairs an expansive screen with the power of Galaxy AI —removing friction from complex tasks so users can stay focused on achieving impactful results.”
Peak Performance in an Ultra-Thin Design
The #SamsungGH Galaxy Tab S12 series combines powerful performance and long-lasting battery life into a thin and light design, making it easy for users to achieve more, wherever ambition takes them. At a remarkably slim 5.1mm, Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra is Samsung’s thinnest Galaxy Tab,while delivering the most powerful performance of any Galaxy Tab to date, supporting productive use throughout the day. For example, users taking an online course alongside a full-time job can catch up on a lesson during the commute, then work through course exercises on the large screen at a café or library later in the day.
Both models are built to go the distance, allowing users tokeep going without losing momentum. On a single charge, the all-day battery lasts up to 23 hours on Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and up to 21 hours on Galaxy Tab S12+, supporting long stretches of productivity anywhere. When it is time to recharge, the battery goes from 0% to 100% in about 95 minutes with the 45W adapter — minimizing downtime so users can get back to what they were doing.
Making Everyday Tasks More Intuitive and Effortless
Building on an industry-leading hardware foundation, the Galaxy Tab S12 series turns its large screen into a flexible workspace that makes it easy to keep up with different tasks without missing a beat. Running Android 17 with One UI 9and the latest Galaxy AI, it brings research, note-taking, creation and AI assistance into one place, giving users more freedom to explore new ideas, capture what matters and put what they learn into practice.
Thanks to the Galaxy Tab S12 series’ immersive screen, users can split the screen into up to three sections in Multi Window layout. Both models come bundled with an ergonomic S Pen, offering precise, intuitive input for note-taking, annotating materials, and sketching concepts.
Complete Ecosystem Designed to Take Skills and Creativity Further
The Galaxy Tab S12 series gives users the ideal place to put knowledge into practice, bringing together professional-gradeapps alongside benefits worth approximately $600 to help them take their skills further.
Adobe Photoshop comes pre-loaded on the Galaxy Tab S12 series — a first for Android tablets — bringing pro-grade image editing and design to the tablet. Photoshop includes AI-powered features including AI Assistant and generative AI features powered by Adobe Firefly like Generative Fill and Image to Video, helping creatives edit faster and effortlessly.
Notability, newly pre-loaded on Galaxy Tab, helps users capture their ideas, organize notes and build knowledge more efficiently with S Pen optimization and AI-driven study tools with a six-month free trial, plus 20% off the first subscription.
Goodnotes delivers clean note-taking and organization with one year of free access and LumaFusion enables professional-grade video editing, offered at a 66% discount.
Availability
The Galaxy Tab S12 series will be available in Ghana starting Oct. 26 and offered in two colors, Gray and Silv
Carlos Queiroz has been relieved of his position as head coach of Ghana’s senior national football team, the Black Stars, following a difficult start to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign.
Queiroz leaves Black Stars job
The Portuguese coach’s departure was reported on Thursday, October 1, 2026, following discussions between the Ghana Football Association and the coach after Ghana’s opening two matches in the 2027 AFCON qualifiers.
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According to reports, both parties agreed to part ways after the Black Stars suffered consecutive defeats against Côte d’Ivoire and The Gambia.
Black Stars suffer difficult AFCON qualifying start
Ghana opened their Group C campaign with a 2-0 defeat to Côte d’Ivoire before suffering a 4-2 loss to The Gambia at the Accra Sports Stadium.
The Black Stars had taken a two-goal lead against The Gambia but were unable to maintain their advantage as the visitors completed a comeback.
The two defeats left Ghana without a point from its opening two qualifying matches.
Queiroz had defended his position after Gambia defeat
Following the defeat to The Gambia on September 29, Queiroz said his resignation would not by itself resolve the wider challenges facing Ghanaian football.
He said the decision over his future belonged to the Ghana Football Association and indicated that he would accept whatever decision the federation reached.
Short second spell ends
Queiroz had returned to the Black Stars in September after the GFA reached an agreement with him for a new coaching mandate following Ghana’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.
His latest spell, however, lasted only a short period before the GFA and the Portuguese coach agreed to end their working relationship.
Ghana now faces a coaching transition
The departure leaves the Black Stars needing a new technical direction as preparations continue for the remainder of the 2027 AFCON qualifying campaign.
Attention will now turn to the Ghana Football Association and the process for determining the team’s next head coach as Ghana seeks to recover from its opening results in Group C.
