Cocoa Crisis: Randy Abbey, top COCOBOD executives take salary cuts
General News of Tuesday, 17 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has announced salary cuts for its executive management and senior staff. In a statement dated February 16, 2026, COCOBOD explained that the salary reduction is a result of its current financial challenges. It indicated that its management, including the Chief Executive Officer, Dr Randy Abbey, would take a 20 percent reduction in their salaries, while its senior staff would take a 10 percent reduction in their salaries for the remainder of the season. Reduce COCOBOD management salaries - Appiah-Kubi advocates“The Executive Management and the Senior Staff of COCOBOD have, effective today, Monday, February 16, 2026, reduced their salaries for the remainder of the 2025/26 crop year in recognition of the current liquidity challenges in the cocoa industry. “The Executive Management has taken a twenty (20) per centcut, while the Senior Staff have taken a ten (10) percent reduction in their respective salaries,” it said.
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February 17, 2026 12:22 UTC
Tactical genius or bankrupt? Charles Taylor makes U-turn on Didi Dramani
Sports News of Tuesday, 17 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhana Premier League legend, Charles Taylor has made a U-turn on Accra Hearts of Oak coach, Didi Dramani after labelling him as "technically bankrupt." Charles Taylor while speaking after Hearts of Oak's goalless drawn game against Bechem United on Sunday, February 2, 2026, described Didi Dramani as a tactless coach with no tactics. Charles Taylor told Angel TV Sports host while reacting to the game. Just two weeks after his disparaging remarks, Charles Taylor reversed his stance after Didi Dramani led a 10-man Hearts of Oak team to beat rivals Asante Kotoko 1-0 in Kumasi. Didi should be given the chance to work and he can be the next Attuquayefio," Charles Taylor said.
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February 17, 2026 12:17 UTC
Asset Declaration Saga: CHRAJ 'clears' Mahama appointee
The Commission, in its decision, held that Totobi Quakyi had not necessarily violated the law on asset declaration, Article 287 of the 1992 Constitution, which mandates it to take action against public officials who violate the law. CHRAJ explained that although the Board Chairman had not filed his asset declaration form at the time the petition was filed, he subsequently did. “As noted supra, this later declaration was made during the pendency of the Complaint brought against the Respondent. CHRAJ also held that the board chairman was not able to justify his reason for not declaring his assets before the petition was filed. The Commission, therefore, recommended that Totobi Quakyi should only be rebuked.
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February 17, 2026 12:08 UTC
KIA runway expansion underway after 30 years - GACL
Business News of Tuesday, 17 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhana's Kotoka International Airport (KIA) runway is currently undergoing expansion works after being left largely unused for 30 years. The runway expansion project, which began in July 2025, aims to ensure continued safety, reliability, and efficiency for passengers and airlines. The project includes a runway overlay, installation of an LED Approach Guidance Lighting (AGL) system, and rehabilitation of the runway drainage. KIA Runway Overlay and Repair Works: What We Know So FarShe explained that the expansion was necessitated by Ghana’s increasing travel population and the growing number of aircraft. At present, the runway is about 60 metres wide.
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February 17, 2026 11:40 UTC
What Afenyo-Markin said about NDC's first year in office
General News of Tuesday, 17 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comMinority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has taken a swipe at the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC), stating that he could not locate visible progress one year after the party assumed office. Speaking on Channel One TV on February 16, 2026, Afenyo-Markin challenged the government to point to concrete development projects or the settlement of debts owed to contractors. Afenyo-Markin diagnoses Mahama's nearly first year in office, offers 'guidance'Afenyo-Markin further criticised what he called an excessive focus on macroeconomic figures, insisting that improved statistics must be reflected in the daily lives of citizens. “If the economy is stagnating and we continue to talk about paper growth, I am interested in the cocoa farmer and the real impact on citizens,” he stated. But so far, one year in office, the government has not made any real impact,” he indicated.
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February 17, 2026 11:32 UTC
Celebrities who have spoken on the 'Russian-Ghanaian women' sex scandal
Entertainment of Tuesday, 17 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe viral video scandal involving a Russian man recording intimate encounters with Ghanaian women has since sparked massive reactions from celebrities, religious leaders, and public figures across the country. Prophet OpambourFounder of Ebenezer Miracle Worship Centre, Prophet Opambour, condemned the development, expressing disappointment over the image being portrayed about Ghanaian women. He criticised both the foreign national and the women involved, stating that such incidents damage the country’s moral fabric. BullgodEntertainment personality Bullgod also shared his thoughts, questioning why the outrage appeared to be directed more at the women than the man. Although she made it clear that she does not condone the actions of the women, she appealed for empathy.
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February 17, 2026 11:30 UTC
Shatta Wale slams industry for prioritizing sex tapes over profitable projects
Entertainment of Monday, 16 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhanaian dancehall superstar Shatta Wale has taken aim at the local entertainment industry, accusing it of prioritising gossip and controversy over meaningful economic and creative progress. “In the Ghanaian entertainment industry, they only talk about problems and not solutions. How can we be discussing sex tapes and whose bottos is big?… They sit and discuss past stories that won’t generate any income,” he wrote. Stop wasting your time discussing people’s matters as entertainment topics and find ways to generate Revenue,” he warned. He urged his peers to stop “wasting time discussing people’s matters as entertainment topics” and to focus instead on revenue-generating opportunities.
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February 16, 2026 21:37 UTC
Curfew lifted at Nalerigu and surrounding communities
Regional News of Monday, 16 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ministry of the Interior has announced its decision to lift the curfew imposed on Nalerigu Township and its surrounding communities in the North East Region with immediate effect, citing improved peace and security in the area. Nalerigu, the capital of the North East Region, had been under curfew as part of measures aimed at maintaining law and order amid security concerns. The restriction formed part of broader efforts by authorities to prevent further escalation of tensions and to safeguard lives and property. While announcing the lifting of the curfew, the government cautioned chiefs, opinion leaders, youth groups and residents of the area to exercise restraint in the face of ongoing challenges. The statement further encouraged residents to channel their energies into constructive efforts that would consolidate the gains made in restoring order.
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February 16, 2026 21:07 UTC
GoldBod suspends gold buying license applications
Business News of Monday, 16 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has announced the immediate suspension of applications for selected categories of gold buying licences, as the authority embarks on a strategic reform to modernise and strengthen the country’s gold trading system. In a statement dated February 16, 2026, GoldBod said the suspension affects new applications for Tier 1 and Tier 2 buying licenses, as well as the Self-Financing Aggregator License. “The reforms are designed to enhance transparency, improve compliance, strengthen traceability, and ensure greater value retention within Ghana’s gold trading ecosystem,” the board explained. GoldBod reiterated its commitment to working closely with all players in the gold sector. “We remain committed to building a robust, accountable and internationally competitive gold trading regime that safeguards the national interest,” the statement concluded, adding that further updates on the revised licensing framework will be shared in due course.
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February 16, 2026 19:22 UTC
Democracy Hub seeks court injunction to halt Ayawaso East by-election
Politics of Monday, 16 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comPressure group Democracy Hub has filed a lawsuit at the High Court in Accra in a bid to halt the upcoming Ayawaso East parliamentary by-election. The group argues that the process that produced the National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate was tainted by vote-buying and inducement. Democracy Hub is, therefore, asking the court to temporarily suspend the by-election, warning that allowing it to go ahead could create legal consequences that cannot be undone. Ayawaso East NDC Primaries: Global InfoAnalytics forecast misses markAccording to the filing, accepting such a nomination presents “a clear issue of illegality” and constitutional non-compliance. Democracy Hub insists the case is not about partisan politics but about protecting constitutional order and democratic accountability.
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February 16, 2026 19:11 UTC
Trailer driver to pay GH¢2.5m for North Dzorwulu footbridge repairs – Roads Ministry
General News of Monday, 16 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ministry of Roads and Highways says the trailer driver who crashed into the North Dzorwulu Pedestrian Footbridge will bear the full cost of repairing the damaged structure, an amount estimated at GH¢2.5 million. For many residents and commuters who use the footbridge daily, the incident was more than just another road accident. According to Yartey, the Bridge Maintenance Unit of the Ghana Highway Authority immediately carried out an emergency technical inspection after the crash. “The estimate for the repair of the bridge has been put at around GH¢2.5 million, and the culprit is going to fully fund the repair works. Many are urging authorities to act swiftly to prevent a potential tragedy while repair works are being carried out.
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February 16, 2026 17:57 UTC
BOST Energies bids farewell to outgoing deputy MD Adwoa Serwaa Bondzie
Business News of Monday, 16 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comBOST Energies Limited Company (BOSTenergies) held a send-off ceremony on Monday, February 16, 2026, for its outgoing Deputy Managing Director (DMD), Adwoa Serwaa Bondzie, and welcomed Salifu Nat Acheampong as her successor. In her farewell address, Bondzie thanked the management and staff for their support and expressed confidence in the company’s continued success. The new DMD, Salifu Nat Acheampong, expressed gratitude for his appointment and pledged full support to the Managing Director in driving the company’s vision forward. “I am committed to collaborating with the management and staff to continue building on BOSTenergies’ legacy of excellence,” he said. The ceremony was attended by the company’s management team and staff.
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February 16, 2026 17:57 UTC
Government inherited COCOBOD's debt burden - Labour expert
He added that both the government and COCOBOD’s Chief Executive Officer, Randy Abbey, should have acted swiftly to stabilise the situation upon taking office. Koomson emphasised that the cocoa sector, one of Ghana’s most vital economic pillars, must be treated with seriousness. In response to mounting financial pressures in the cocoa sector, the government last week announced a 28.6 percent cut in the producer price of cocoa. The new rate stands at GH¢41,392 per tonne, equivalent to GH¢2,587 per bag for the remainder of the 2025/2026 crop season. In October, Ghana revised the price upwards to GH¢58,000 per tonne (GH¢3,625 per bag) after Côte d’Ivoire announced a higher producer price, in a bid to stem cross-border smuggling.
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February 16, 2026 17:57 UTC
Winter Olympics 2026: Norway, Italy, US lead medal standings after day 10
Sports News of Monday, 16 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comNorway are leading the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics after ten days of competition, which began on February 6 and is scheduled to end on February 22. Norway top the table with a total of 27 medals, consisting of 12 gold, 7 silver, and 8 bronze. Host nation Italy sit second with 22 medals, 8 gold, 4 silver, and 10 bronze. The Netherlands follow with 12 medals, made up of 6 gold, 5 silver, and 1 bronze. In terms of ranking, gold medals carry more weight than silver and bronze, which explains why some countries with fewer total medals are ranked higher than those with more.
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February 16, 2026 17:57 UTC
Kofi Ofosu Nkansah mourns father
General News of Monday, 16 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comFormer Chief Executive Officer of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP), Kofi Ofosu Nkansah, has expressed grief and frustration following the sudden death of his father, describing the loss as both painful and deeply personal. In an emotional social media post on February 15, 2026, Ofosu Nkansah appeared to reference recent events surrounding his arrest, suggesting that he had sought permission to spend more time in Kumasi to observe his ailing father. Earlier, he had announced the passing of his father in a separate message that has since drawn widespread sympathy. Ofosu Nkansah was recently arrested and granted bail of GH¢500,000 over allegations of publishing false news, following comments he made on the radio regarding alleged irregularities in the award of government-funded scholarships. The latest post is widely seen as a reference to the circumstances surrounding those developments.
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February 16, 2026 15:46 UTC