Bolgatanga: The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, and the Deputy Minister of Communications and Digital Technology, Mohammed Adams Sukparu, are reported to be in stable condition following a road accident on the Bolgatanga-Tumu Road. The incident occurred while the ministers were on their way to the Upper West Region for official duties.
According to Ghana Web, a statement issued by Hashmin Mohammed, Press Secretary to the Education Minister, confirmed that the accident took place on Thursday, February 12, 2026. The ministers were traveling to participate in the 40th Anniversary celebrations of Tumu College of Education and Jahan College of Education.
The statement further mentioned that all members of the convoy, including the ministers, are currently in stable condition and are receiving necessary medical attention. The official engagements were part of a planned visit to the Upper West Region.
In a separate incident, twelve individuals were critically injured in an accident in Gomoa Amenfi, underscoring a day of unfortunate events on the roads.