14th July, 2014

THE DAILY GRAPHIC: Managing the pain of price adjustments is how the Daily Graphic captions its
editorial.The paper predicts that the announcement of increases in
fuel and transport fares will be  received with mixed  reactions, as
these are not good times.  The paper lists other items that have been increased such as  sachet water and cement and says the recent prices hikes is indicative that   the days ahead will be tough.  The Daily Graphic  however thinks yesterday's increase shows government resolve
to arrest the decline in the economy. It thinks the economy needs a paradigm shift as there are noticeable structural defects in the conduct of public affairs in the country. The Daily Graphic therefore appeals to government to as a matter of urgency, come out with the report on the Senchi Froum to direct the path of the economy in the medium term.The paper believes the economy can be put back on an even kneel but with the proviso that we all work hard and cut our coat
according our cloth.
 
THE GHANAIAN TIMES associates its self with groups calling for the ban on OKADA use in Ghana. The paper examining the pros and cons of using the OKada said too many lives have suffered in the hands of these operators and urged law enforcement agencies to ignore the empty shouts from those calling for the legitimisation of the okada business. The Ghanaian Times insists that the security service nust go after the operators and deal with them according to the law. The paper concludes that what is good for the goose must definitely be good for the gander
 
THE HERITAGE discusses the upward adjustment in petroleum products.
The paper believes the new increase is an indication of how difficulty the economy has become. The paper points out that from track record of this regime, there is a prediction of more harsh policies.   The paper  therefore urges the new ministerial nominees to consider the economic situation of the country and bring on board creative ideas to salvage the situation.
                                  
THE  GENERAL TELEGRAPH is disappointed at the  behaviour of the Ghanaian football fans who are seeking asylum in Brazil.  According to the paper, the false information they gave to the World about their own country, that they  are fleeing inter-religious fighting in the country is embarrassing and undeserved of a nation.  The paper says despite the problems the country is facing, she is  still recognized by the world as one of the most peaceful countries with absolute religious Freedom, an achievement worthy of praise.  The General Telegraph therefore urges government to take a critical look at circumstances surrounding the incident and address them to prevent a future re-occurrence of the incident.