General News of Saturday, 14 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has been discharged from the 37 Military Hospital following a road crash on the Bolgatanga-Tumu Road. Haruna Iddrisu, Adams Sukparu involved in road accident“The Office of the Honourable Minister of Education announces that Hon. Haruna Iddrisu has been discharged from the 37 Military Hospital following a road traffic accident. The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, and the Deputy Minister for Communications and Digital Technology, Mohammed Adams Sukparu, were involved in the road crash on the Bolgatanga-Tumu Road on February 12, 2026. The crash occurred while the ministers and their respective teams were travelling to official engagements in the Upper West Region.

General News of Saturday, 14 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comA disturbing video circulating on social media captures the emotional moment an accident victim pleaded for help following a serious crash on the Accra-Kumasi highway. The accident reportedly occurred late at night after a broken-down vehicle was allegedly left on the road without proper warning signs. The video is not important,” the victim is heard saying, as some individuals at the scene appeared to be recording the incident. The video has since sparked outrage online, with many social media users condemning the act of filming accident victims instead of offering immediate help. Watch the video below:“Bossu, Help Me, the Video Is Not Important” - Acc!dent v!ctim pleads for rescue after crash on Accra–Kumasi highway pic.twitter.com/oE5ywvZdBw — EDHUB🌍ℹ (@eddie_wrt) February 14, 2026PAH/MA

General News of Saturday, 14 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comDr Peter Boamah Otokunor, Director of the Presidential Initiatives on Agriculture, has argued that COCOBOD experienced persistent mismanagement and needless procurements under the Akufo-Addo government. Dr Peter Otokunor added that constant mismanagement and underperformance over the eight-year period under the Akufo-Addo administration led to the collapse of cocoa syndication. He further stated that COCOBOD under the Akufo-Addo administration engaged in needless procurements while neglecting its agronomic responsibilities. Watch the video below:COCOBOD witnessed constant mismanagement and needless procurements under the Akufo-Addo government. - Dr Peter Otokunor Boamah, Director of the Presidential Initiative on Agriculture#TheKeyPoints… pic.twitter.com/gV9YN2maLS — #TV3GH (@tv3_ghana) February 14, 2026AK/MA

Sports News of Saturday, 14 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comSome Barcelona players have reportedly raised concerns about head coach Hansi Flick’s tactical approach in big games, particularly his reliance on the ‘high-line’ system and the exclusion of certain key players. After the game, the German coach criticised his players for their lackluster performances, which he said contributed to the poor result. It was suggested that the players urged Flick to adopt a more “pragmatic approach in key games,” expressing concern over the high defensive line. They argued that tactics should be adjusted based on the strength of the opposition and the availability of key players, as absences could negatively affect performances. Barcelona were without Raphinha and Pedri during the heavy defeat, with many believing their absence dealt a significant blow to the team’s ability to execute Flick’s system effectively.

During a visit to Defli Ventures, GhanaWeb’s Gifty Merley Tetteh was taken through the art of chocolate making by Afadi Nii Kwei Tetteh, Production Manager at the company. He explained that tempering is one of the most important steps in chocolate production. According to Nii Kwei Tetteh, melting chocolate without tempering it will not produce the smooth, appealing finish consumers expect. The purpose of tempering is to pre-crystallise the cocoa butter in the chocolate, ensuring it forms a stable crystalline structure. If the temperature drops too low and the cocoa liquor becomes too solid, the chocolate must be melted and the tempering process repeated.

General News of Saturday, 14 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Vice President of Ghana, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has extended warm wishes to Ghanaians on the occasion of Chocolate Day and Valentine’s Day celebrations. In a post shared on her official X page on February 14, 2026, the Vice President encouraged Ghanaians to celebrate the season with locally produced chocolate. According to her, the occasion represents a season of love, kindness, reflection, and appreciation. Happy Chocolate Day and Happy Valentine’s Day to all Ghanaians. Today, as we celebrate love, kindness, and appreciation, let us also honour one of Ghana’s finest gifts to the world: our premium cocoa and chocolate.

Sports News of Saturday, 14 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhanaian winger Ernest Nuamah has resumed ball work in training after spending ten months on the sidelines following surgery for an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. The winger has begun rehabilitation and is now back on the training ground, working with the ball as he aims to regain full fitness. In a video that surfaced on social media on February 14, 2026, Nuamah was seen in his Olympique Lyonnais training kit, making runs across the pitch under the watchful eyes of his coaches. His full recovery will also be a major advantage for the Ghana national football team, as he played a key role in their qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Watch the video below:🇬🇭 Ernest Nuamah is back in training.

General News of Friday, 13 February 2026Source: classfmonline.comThe Parliament of Ghana has expressed deep concern over a road traffic accident involving two of its senior members: the Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, and the Deputy Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation, Adam Sukparu. The accident occurred on the Bolgatanga-Tumu Road on Wednesday, February 12, 2026. In an official statement, Parliament commiserated with the two ministers and extended sincere sympathy to their families, constituents, and the general public, acknowledging the shock that the incident may have caused. According to the statement, both ministers have been airlifted to Accra and are receiving medical treatment at the 37 Military Hospital. They are reported to be in stable condition and responding positively to treatment.

General News of Saturday, 14 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comOn February 14, a day celebrated by couples worldwide as Valentine’s Day, Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama expressed his affection for his wife, Lordina Mahama. In his message, President Mahama conveyed his love and appreciation in simple but heartfelt terms. Check out Mahama's 'romantic' Valentine's Day message to Lordina“A beautiful day to say, I love you, Lordina. On Valentine’s Day 2025, he shared, “Happy Valentine’s Day to the love of my life, Lordina. Even with these commitments, the President took a moment to honor his wife on Valentine’s Day.

According to Kpebu, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) is unfairly using the cocoa sector challenges to pressure the current administration. The previous government locked in cocoa at about two thousand six hundred dollars per metric ton, this is a huge problem. We are washing our faces from the bottom, what kind of washing your face is this?” Kpebu questioned, adding that accountability was long overdue. Kpebu further criticised the tone of the minority press conference, arguing that it amounted to grandstanding rather than a conciliatory approach. - Lawyer Martin Kpebu reacts to minority press conference on cocoa sector crises.#TheKeyPoints #TV3GH pic.twitter.com/scZmDUmnUT — #TV3GH (@tv3_ghana) February 14, 2026PAH/MA

Sports News of Saturday, 14 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Black Princesses made an impressive statement after traveling to South Africa and securing a crucial victory in the FIFA U-20 World Cup qualifiers. The first half ended goalless as both sides competed keenly to find the back of the net, but all attempts proved futile. Daniel Laryea to officiate Asante Kotoko vs Hearts of Oak Super ClashThe Black Princesses came out stronger in the second half, controlling the game and pressing relentlessly. Despite sustained pressure from the South Africans, Ghana’s defense held firm, ensuring a well-deserved 1-0 victory. The Black Princesses will now await the winner of the Zambia vs. Uganda tie to determine their next opponent in the qualifiers.

Business News of Saturday, 14 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has announced plans to supply refined gold and silver directly to licensed jewellers, following the commencement of local refining in partnership with Gold Coast Refinery. GoldBod and Gold Coast Refinery signed a landmark agreement on January 20, 2026, paving the way for gold refining in Ghana beginning February 1, 2026. The deal is expected to generate both direct and indirect jobs, with Gold Coast Refinery committing to operate around the clock in line with the government’s 24-Hour Economy policy. To support local value addition, Gyamfi announced that GoldBod will supply refined gold and silver directly to licensed jewellers once local refining begins. “Beginning in March 2026, licensed jewellers will be able to purchase gold from GoldBod in standardized weights of 7.75g, 15.5g, and 31g, subject to license verification,” he said.

Crime & Punishment of Saturday, 14 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ghana Police Service has arrested a suspect in connection with the recent armed robbery and murder of a police officer in Zebilla in the Upper East Region. Human trafficking syndicate busted in Greater AccraThe suspect is currently in police custody assisting with investigations. The arrest follows a special operation deployed by the Inspector-General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, aimed at bringing those responsible for the killing of the police officer to justice. “The suspect is currently in police custody, assisting investigations,” the statement read. The police further assured the public that investigations are ongoing and that all individuals involved will be held accountable.

Business News of Saturday, 14 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC), in its latest outlook report, has projected that petroleum prices at the pumps are expected to increase marginally during the second pricing window of February 2026. According to the Chamber, from February 16, 2026, this will mark the second projected price increase in 2026, following the National Petroleum Authority’s (NPA) reduction of the petroleum price floor. Petrol is expected to rise by approximately 1.97 percent, with a litre likely to sell at GH¢11.97. Diesel, on the other hand, is projected to increase by 2.73 percent, reaching around GH¢13.09 per litre. On the international market, crude oil prices have risen by more than 5 percent and are trading close to US$70 per barrel.

In a social media post shared via X on February 13, 2026, the outspoken entertainer condemned commentators who have labelled Ghanaian women “cheap,” describing such remarks as disrespectful and hypocritical. “Nobody should say Ghanaian women are cheap. It’s disrespectful because most of you boys here do the same or even worse when you see white men or foreigners. Shatta Wale insisted that attention should instead be directed toward the legal and ethical issues surrounding the unauthorised recording and publication of people’s private encounters without their consent. — SHATTA WALE (@shattawalegh) February 13, 2026Recording someone without their consent is illegal -That’s what we need to be focusing on and not our beautiful Ghana girls 👍 — SHATTA WALE (@shattawalegh) February 13, 2026ID/MA