General News of Friday, 6 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comMinister of Interior Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak has lifted the curfew in Binduri in the Upper East Region, citing improved peace and security. According to a statement released on February 6, 2026, the directive follows recommendations from the Upper East Regional Security Council and the issuance of an Executive Instrument. The Interior Ministry, through the press release, has urged traditional leaders, opinion leaders, youth, and residents of the area to continue exercising restraint and resolve disagreements via non-violent means. The curfew had been put in place as a security measure to curb unrest in the area. Lifting the curfew signals a return to normalcy for residents, who are now encouraged to work together to sustain harmony in their communities.

In a report by graphic.com.gh on February 5, 2026, the Chief Justice explained that prisons are primarily intended to reform offenders, but excessively lengthy sentences often defeat that goal. Court congestion undermining justice delivery - Chief JusticeHe stressed that although long sentences may be justified in some cases, they often undermine the reformative purpose of imprisonment. When I was a High Court judge, I gave Ataa Ayi 70 years, so I am not against long sentences. But long sentences really affect the prison population and, sometimes, they are counterproductive,” he said. Justice Baffoe-Bonnie also attributed prison congestion to delays in the judicial process, particularly the lengthy time suspects spend on remand.

According to the judge, Agradaa’s lawyers informed the court that their client was extremely fearful ahead of the hearing, to the point where she could not sleep at night and was even afraid to attend the final sentencing. Agradaa and her lawyers subsequently filed an appeal and first appeared before the Amasaman High Court on December 4, 2025. AppealAgradaa, through her lawyers, argued that the trial was unfair, that the evidence did not support the ruling, and that the 15-year sentence was excessive. Why Agradaa's sentence has been reducedOn Thursday, February 5, 2026, the Amasaman High Court delivered a landmark judgment, reducing her original 15-year prison term to 12 months. The ruling means Nana Agradaa will serve a one-year sentence under the revised judgment unless further legal action is pursued.

This was after the president ensured that an unidentified woman, going up stage, did not fall while climbing during the Zambia-Ghana Business Dialogue in Lusaka. ‘I wore Fugu to UN but I’m surprised Zambians didn't see it’ - President Mahama wades into debateThe dialogue, co-chaired by the President Mahama and President Hakainde Hichilema of Zambia, provided a platform for Ghana to showcase its digital technologies and fintech services to Zambian businesses and government institutions. It was also aimed at fostering economic partnerships and knowledge exchange between the two countries. The footage showed the president on the dais with one official holding on to the woman to prevent her from falling. See the video below :The moment President Mahama prevented a lady from falling at the Zambia–Ghana Business Dialogue in Lusaka.

Business News of Friday, 6 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has released more than GH¢620 million in February 2026 to Licensed Buying Companies (LBCs) to settle outstanding payments and enable them to pay cocoa farmers for their produce. This includes GH¢6 billion in January 2026, GH¢5 billion in December 2025, and another GH¢6 billion in November 2025. “In fact, in November, we made over GH¢6 billion, December we made over GH¢5 billion, and even January, we made GH¢6 billion. Licensed Cocoa Buyers Association sounds alarm on cocoa funding crisis. His remarks follow public backlash over the delayed payment of cocoa farmers for several months.

Sports News of Friday, 6 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comFormer Black Stars midfielder, Sulley Muntari has disclosed that he has stepped away from football-related activities to focus on his personal life. So stepping away from football and living a normal life was easy for me because even during my playing days, that’s how I lived,” he said. Muntari hinted that he could return to football in the next few years to pursue a career path within the sport. Sulley Muntari announced his retirement from football in November 2022 at the age of 38. Watch the interview below:@official.nash84 I don't wanna do anything with football 😲🥲 exclusive with SULLEY MUNTARI 🥲 very interesting ♬ original sound - KING NASH UPDATE 🇬🇭🤩🗝️🏟️SB/JE

Sports News of Friday, 6 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comKarim Benzema made a stunning statement for Saudi Pro League leaders Al-Hilal after scoring a hat-trick and providing an assist as his new side cruised to a 6-0 win over Al-Akhdoud on Thursday, February 5, 2026. The 38-year-old joined Al-Hilal on Monday, February 2, 2026, reportedly turning down a contract extension with Al-Ittihad, whom he had joined in 2023 after 14 successful years at Real Madrid. He doubled the lead in the 60th minute with a low, close-range drive and completed his hat-trick just four minutes later with another clinical finish. Saudi Pro League ‘warns’ Cristiano Ronaldo over strike actionThe former France striker then set up Malcom for Al-Hilal’s fourth goal before being substituted in the 71st minute. AFC 2025 Player of the Year, Salem Al-Dawsari, completed the rout with a second-half brace.

Sports News of Friday, 6 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comManager Walid Regragui has reportedly resigned from his role as head coach of the Moroccan national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico. According to several media reports, the coach is unwilling to continue as the head coach of the Atlas Lions because of the events that unfolded under his leadership at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. CAF bans Senegal coach Pape Thiaw for 5 matches, fines him $100KThe exact reasons behind his decision to resign as head coach of the Atlas Lions have not yet been made public, as discussions are ongoing. The loss left some fans and journalists frustrated, with many questioning when the coach would step down, especially after the final match. Prior to this, Regragui led the Atlas Lions to the semi-finals of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, finishing in fourth place and becoming the first African nation to reach that stage.

General News of Friday, 6 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Minister of Roads and Highways, Governs Kwame Agbodza, has defended the 24-Hour Economy Authority Bill, 2025, arguing that the policy is already being implemented through the government’s Big Push infrastructure programme. According to him, quality road networks are critical to improving supply chain efficiency and sustaining continuous economic activity. 24-Hour Economy: Ghanaians' appetite for shift-based work high“Mr Speaker, for you to have a clear synergy between the supply chain, you need good roads in this country. So, the 24-hour economy is not yet coming; it is already here being implemented,” he said. According to her, the proposed 24-Hour Economy Authority would ensure proper coordination, accountability and effective implementation of the policy nationwide.

She warned that enforcement efforts will likely continue to face limitations until the necessary amendments to the Data Protection Act are enacted. Patricia Adusei-Poku noted that many companies remain unclear about their obligations, leading to unintentional violations or delays in implementing proper data protection measures. Global data protection expert Patricia Adusei-Poku outlines key projects she is leading“When the ecosystem is well-informed, enforcement becomes meaningful. Organisations must review their data systems proactively, not just react to penalties,” Patricia Adusei-Poku noted. The Data Protection Commission has stated that 2026 will be a decisive year for enforcing Ghana’s data protection laws, warning that institutions that fail to comply will face sanctions.

General News of Friday, 6 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comIllegal drugs valued at GH¢2.4 million have been destroyed by the Northern Regional Command of the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) in Tamale. The drugs, which were burnt at the Gbalahi Field, were part of efforts by NACOC to eradicate drug trafficking in the Northern Regional capital and curb its abuse by individuals. NACOC said the exercise was conducted under orders of the Circuit Court following the successful prosecution and conviction of suspects connected to the seized drugs. The drugs destroyed included large quantities of marijuana and synthetic opioids such as tramadol and its variants. Narcotics Commission destroys GH¢500,000 worth of illegal drugsThe Narcotics Control Commission reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with stakeholders and local communities to curb drug abuse and trafficking in the Northern Region.

Health News of Friday, 6 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comAdjoa Obuobia Darko-Opoku, Administrator of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund (GMTF), shared a deeply personal reflection on her week spent visiting hospitals, highlighting the fragility and sacredness of life. How a single moment separates normal from never the same again,” she wrote, describing the stark reality of hospital life. 'Help us save lives' - GMTF boss appeals to corporate Ghana to rescue Ridge Hospital“I saw strength give way without warning. I saw families lean fully into faith, not because they wanted to, but because it was the last thing standing,” she said. The GMTF Administrator also emphasised how hospitals reveal the truth about life itself.

With no ambulance available at Nobeko, the family and health staff transported the newborn on a tricycle to Kukuom, using an oxygen tank to assist her. We called for an ambulance, but we were told there was no oxygen in it,” Sintim explained. Ambulance Crisis: Only 2 out of 6 vehicles working in Ahafo Region – Manager“We collapsed one of the seats to make room for the oxygen tank. “Anytime the car passed a ramp, the fluid in the oxygen tank splashed into her nostrils. This tragedy highlights the challenges in emergency medical care in parts of the Ahafo Region, where limited ambulance services and essential equipment can put lives at risk.

Designers have made huge strides in the global fashion scene, showcasing their distinctive styles and rich cultural heritage. Let’s take a look at some Ghanaian fashion designers whose work has gained international recognition:Ozwald BoatengOzwald Boateng is a Ghanaian-British contemporary fashion designer. Papa OppongPapa Oppong sees himself as a storyteller, blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary fashion. In 2023, he made history as the first Ghanaian designer to receive a Fashion Trust U.S. Award. Kwaku BediakoKwaku Bediako, also known as Kwaku Bediako Oduro, is a Ghanaian contemporary fashion designer celebrated for his bold Afrocentric and ethically made pieces.

General News of Friday, 6 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comMember of Parliament for Damongo, Samuel Abu Jinapor, has criticised the Mahama government over what he describes as the slow and unclear implementation of its flagship 24-hour economy policy, nearly a year after the NDC assumed office. Speaking on Thursday, February 5, 2026, during parliamentary consideration of the 24-Hour Economy Authority Bill, Jinapor said the proposed three-shift, eight-hour work system has largely remained on paper and has yet to generate meaningful employment for Ghanaian youth. Jinapor questioned the need to create a new authority to oversee the policy, insisting that existing institutions can handle the mandate without adding another layer of bureaucracy. NDC's 24-hour economy appears to be a scam – NPP youth claims“You do not need another authority to promote exports and thereby create a 24-hour economy. It is meant to buy time and give false hope to unemployed youth.