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.
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February 14, 2026 16:46 UTC
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.
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February 14, 2026 16:46 UTC
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.
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February 14, 2026 16:46 UTC
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
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February 14, 2026 16:46 UTC
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.
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February 14, 2026 16:46 UTC
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.
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February 14, 2026 15:57 UTC
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.
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February 14, 2026 15:32 UTC
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.
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February 14, 2026 14:58 UTC
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
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February 14, 2026 14:57 UTC
Business News of Saturday, 14 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhana’s industrial trawler fleet has been forced to remain docked, with vessels idle at the port since February 3, following what operators describe as unfavourable fishing allocations at sea. Four fishing trawlers suspended for violations - Emelia ArthurPreviously, trawlers operated in wider areas, hauling up to 60 metric tonnes across West African waters. With vessels grounded, fishmongers cannot buy stock, and communities reliant on the sector are facing mounting economic strain. The Industrial Trawlers Association is calling for a review of the allocations, urging regulators to reconsider the restrictions and allow vessels to return to more productive fishing grounds. Without such adjustments, the group warns, Ghana’s industrial fishing sector risks deeper economic and social fallout.
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February 14, 2026 14:53 UTC
Sports News of Saturday, 14 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comFree condoms for athletes at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy have reportedly become scarce just three days into the Games, following the initial distribution at the Olympic Village. According to an athlete who spoke to the media anonymously, the shortage resulted from organisers providing a limited supply. Daniel Laryea to officiate Asante Kotoko vs Hearts of Oak Super Clash“The supplies ran out in just three days. A report indicated that previous Olympic Games in Paris, France, provided athletes with 300,000 condoms, while this year’s supply was significantly lower. “In Paris, athletes received 300,000 condoms, about two per day each, but the numbers for these Winter Games were far lower, not even 10,000,” La Stampa reported.
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February 14, 2026 14:43 UTC
General News of Saturday, 14 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has confirmed that the International Criminal Police Organisation has deleted the Red Notice issued at Ghana’s request for former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta. In a press release dated February 13, 2026, the OSP said it had received the decision of the Commission for the Control of INTERPOL’s Files (CCF), which directed the removal of the notice in line with the organisation’s rules on political neutrality and notice processing. INTERPOL deletes Red Notice against Ken Ofori-Atta over political concernsAdditionally, the CCF observed that subsequent developments rendered the Red Notice unnecessary. The OSP disclosed that summons issued by the Criminal Division of the High Court in Accra have been transmitted to the United States for service, requiring Ofori-Atta to appear and answer multiple criminal charges. The Office emphasised that efforts to secure his appearance in Ghana are continuing through established legal and diplomatic channels.
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February 14, 2026 13:02 UTC
General News of Saturday, 14 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comA Ghanaian man who has joined the Russian army has boasted about the huge financial earnings he receives from his service. What CIA documents say about Quaison-Sackey's role in Kwame Nkrumah's overthrowIn another video, he urged Africans to enlist in the Russian army, claiming it offers strong financial incentives. “The Russian army is the best army, it is not for kids, understand it. My salary can feed your father, mother, and family for like two years or three years,” the Ghanaian man, whose identity has not been disclosed, said. Reports suggest that Russia has initiated steps to recruit Africans into its army as the invasion of Ukraine continues.
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February 14, 2026 12:45 UTC
General News of Saturday, 14 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comA fuel tanker explosion reportedly caused a devastating fire at the Teacher Mante stretch on the Nsawam-Accra Road, engulfing at least four other vehicles and burning them beyond recognition. According to preliminary reports on social media, the tanker caught fire in the early hours of Saturday, February 14, 2026, after colliding with one of the affected vehicles. The impact is believed to have triggered the explosion, leading to a rapidly spreading blaze that consumed nearby vehicles. The charred remains of the tanker and the vehicles were visible at the scene. Watch the video below:ID/MA
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February 14, 2026 12:38 UTC
Entertainment of Saturday, 14 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comLegendary Ghanaian highlife musician Kojo Antwi has attributed his long and enduring marriage of more than 53 years to faith and self-control. Asked how he resisted temptations common in the music industry, Kojo Antwi credited what he described as “the blessings of God” and a guiding spirit that kept him grounded. At a certain point, I used to have a picture of my girlfriend (now wife) in a necklace on me. We only glorify rhythms the Whites can dance to - Kojo Antwi lamentsHe also noted that she is among the few people he has ever written songs about, alongside his parents and Ghana’s first president, Kwame Nkrumah. Kojo Antwi urged other musicians to learn to appreciate and respect the women in their lives, noting that it is an effective way to avoid situations of infidelity.
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February 14, 2026 12:05 UTC