Sports News of Monday, 2 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comArsenal have confirmed that midfielder Mikel Merino will undergo surgery in the coming days after sustaining an injury, the club announced in an official statement. According to the statement, the Spanish international will begin a recovery and rehabilitation programme immediately after the procedure. The Gunners revealed that Merino is expected to be sidelined for an extended period, dealing a blow to manager Mikel Arteta’s plans as the season enters a crucial phase. Merino’s absence will be closely monitored by Arsenal supporters, who have taken to social media to wish him a speedy recovery. Both the club and fans alike will be hoping the midfielder makes a strong comeback in time to play a role in the season’s run-in.

Entertainment of Monday, 2 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comRenowned Ghanaian journalist Israel Laryea has shared his thoughts on the recent back-and-forth involving his wife, Louisa Laryea, and GHOne TV journalist Lily Mohammed. Amid the public reaction, Israel Laryea has finally weighed in, sharing his perspective on the matter in a recent Instagram post. According to the journalist, after having a conversation with his wife, she indicated that her statement was not meant to body-shame Lily Mohammed. Louisa further clarifies that she never sought to infer that Lily Mohammed had bleached or undergone BBL because she does not know her,” he said. Isreal Laryea also apologised to Lily Mohammed if she felt offended by his wife’s post.

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Entertainment of Monday, 2 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe much-anticipated 68th Grammy Awards took place on February 1, 2026, in Los Angeles. The historic award ceremony saw rapper Kendrick Lamar bag the most awards of the night for the second year in a row. Kendrick Lamar & Pharrell Williams – Chains & WhipsNominees: Cardi B – Outside, Doechii – Anxiety, Kendrick Lamar feat. Teezo Touchdown – Darling, IBest Melodic Rap PerformanceWinner: Kendrick Lamar with SZA – LutherNominees: Fridayy feat. Rapsody – WeMaj, Partynextdoor & Drake – Somebody Loves MeBest Rap SongWinner: Kendrick Lamar feat.

General News of Monday, 2 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe month of February has many commemorative activities that mark events that occurred before Ghana’s independence. The event also paved the way for the independence of other African colonies. An article by Face2face Africa, published by GhanaWeb in 2020, gives details of what transpired before and after the shooting. On the last day of the boycott, African ex-servicemen began a march from Accra to the British Governor at the Osu Castle to present a petition. In 1960, Ghanaians approved a new constitution and elected Nkrumah president after the country had gained independence from the British on March 6, 1957.

Business News of Sunday, 1 February 2026Source: classfmonline.comThe Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), Simon Madjie, has urged African countries to accelerate industrial transformation by shifting from the export of raw materials to value addition and local production. He said Africa was at a critical stage in the implementation of Agenda 2063, noting that the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) remained a key instrument for driving industrial development and economic transformation across the continent. Madjie emphasised that conversations on Africa’s development must prioritise industrial transformation, including the need to extract greater value from local resources and build competitive African industrial champions. While acknowledging Africa’s participation in global trade, he said the immediate priority should be to deepen industrial development and strengthen intra-African value chains. She added that Ghana, as the host country of the AfCFTA Secretariat, must fully leverage the opportunities offered by the agreement to enhance trade, industrial growth and economic integration.

Health News of Sunday, 1 February 2026Source: Ministry of HealthThe Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has paid a surprise working visit to the Asesewa Government Hospital in the Eastern Region as part of government’s renewed drive to strengthen healthcare delivery and advance Universal Health Coverage (UHC) on February 1, 2026. The visit, aimed at assessing the state of infrastructure at the facility and engaging directly with management and frontline health workers on challenges affecting service delivery. He also used the visit to stress the importance of equitable postings, particularly to hard-to-reach areas, urging hospital management to support health workers posted to such communities rather than resist their deployment. He reiterated government’s commitment to bridging infrastructure gaps in public health facilities, describing improved infrastructure as a cornerstone of Universal Health Coverage, which seeks to ensure that all citizens can access essential health services without financial hardship. According to the minister, plans are underway to prioritise and retool government health facilities, particularly in deprived communities like Asesewa, as part of broader primary healthcare reforms aimed at strengthening healthcare delivery at the grassroots.

Opinions of Sunday, 1 February 2026Columnist: Isaac PokuWhy would a mother kill her own son? Yet whenever his mother was confronted, she strongly opposed the claims and defended her son. His mother wailed until there were no more tears. Yesterday, a mother was seen repeating the same mistake. Oh, mother church, open your eyes.

Sports News of Sunday, 1 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comKumasi Asante Kotoko head coach Karim Zito did not hide his frustration after his side’s 3-1 defeat to Kpando Heart of Lions in the Ghana Premier League, openly criticising the performance of his wingers. Kotoko missed the chance to close the gap on league leaders Medeama SC, who themselves slipped to a 2-1 defeat against Nations FC. “What shocked me most were the two goals we conceded from set pieces. We worked a lot on how to defend and even attack from set pieces before this match.”The Kotoko coach reserved his strongest criticism for his wide players, insisting they failed to deliver in key moments. “When you look at our wingers, they didn’t operate the way I wanted them to,” Zito noted.

Entertainment of Sunday, 1 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comSenior Pastor of the Alabaster International Ministry, Prophet Kofi Oduro, has publicly admonished fellow pastors to stop engaging in political commentaries and endorsements from the pulpit. NPP Primaries: Here are the seven prophets who predicted win for BawumiaIn his sermon, Prophet Oduro said the clergy should stop using church platforms for political discourse. Prophet Oduro added that many politicians in many cases exhibit little concern for spiritual values, questioning why pastors should give them undue attention. Watch the video of Prophet Kofi Oduro below:🇬🇭 “Let’s not use the pulpit for political nonsense. Our primary mission is to preach the gospel and win souls for Christ,” Prophet Kofi Oduro emphasized, urging fellow church leaders to refrain from making political prophecies and focus on their spiritual responsibilities.

Politics of Sunday, 1 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comFormer Minister of Finance, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, has declared that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) is united and fully prepared to take on the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the 2028 general elections. Former Assin Central MP Kennedy Agyapong finished second in the contest with 46,554 votes, representing 23.76 per cent of the ballots. NPP Primaries: The men who have more to lose than the contendersAccording to him, the NPP now has ample time to reorganise and mobilise ahead of the 2028 polls, warning the NDC to expect a formidable challenge. Issuing a strong message to the governing party, Dr Amin Adam said, “The NDC should beware. NA/AEWatch GhanaWeb's live coverage of 2026 NPP presidential primaries below:

I have paused on 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 on 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥, 𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 - ElBernardA blue cake inscribed with the words "Prophecy Fulfilled" was displayed during the celebration. Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has once again emerged victorious in the NPP presidential primaries, securing the party's flagbearer position for the upcoming 2028 general elections. According to official results released by the Electoral Commission after the close of polls on January 31, 2026, Dr. Bawumia garnered 110,645 votes, representing 56.48%. Kwabena Agyapong secured 402 votes, representing 0.21%. Watch the video below:🇬🇭 Watch how Ghanaian prophet Emmanuel Worlase celebrates his prophecy that Dr. Bawumia would win the NPP Presidential Primaries, unveiling a cake boldly inscribed “Prophecy Fulfilled.” pic.twitter.com/A6I6NBv19h — CDR AFRICA (@cdrafrica) February 1, 2026AM

According to KT Hammond, although Kennedy Agyapong is a very close friend, he could not back his candidacy due to a series of issues. Speaking in an interview on January 31, 2026, he explained that Kennedy Agyapong had recently insulted him over a matter that had earlier become a controversial topic in the public domain. Hammond further revealed that Kennedy had told him that a Muslim could not become president something he considers inappropriate. Four people who ‘shocked’ Kennedy Agyapong in the 2026 presidential primaries“Keep this between the two of us. Apart from his money, what has distinguished me from Kennedy Agyapong?

Politics of Sunday, 1 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Communications Directorate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has officially congratulated Dr Mahamudu Bawumia following his victory in the party’s presidential primaries, describing the outcome as a clear demonstration of delegates’ confidence in his leadership and vision. The statement emphasized that with the primaries concluded, the party’s focus must now shift from internal competition to unity and rebuilding. The Directorate called on the unsuccessful candidates, their supporters, and the broader party membership to rally fully behind Dr Bawumia as flagbearer. The Communications Directorate further highlighted the NPP’s history of emerging stronger after internal contests, noting that unity after competition has consistently been one of the party’s greatest strengths. The statement concluded by reiterating the party’s commitment to togetherness, strategic communication, and a shared belief in the future of the NPP.

General News of Sunday, 1 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comInvestigative journalist Manasseh Azure Awuni has descended on the General Overseer of Spirit Life Revival Ministries, Prophet Elbernard Nelson-Eshun, over his failed prophecy concerning the New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential primaries held on January 31, 2026. Prior to the election, the man of God had consistently predicted that a former Member of Parliament for Assin Central Kennedy Agyapong would emerge as the ultimate winner, claiming that an angel of God had revealed it to him. Prophet ElBernard apologises after failed election prophecyReacting to the development, Manasseh Azure took to his social media page on January 31, 2026, posting a picture of the pastor with the caption, “God does not lie.”Meanwhile, Prophet Elbernard has publicly apologised after his prophecy failed to come to pass. He had made the prediction through a book, videos and media interviews, declaring that Kennedy Agyapong would be victorious. His closest contender, former Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Agyapong, obtained 46,554 votes (23.76%).