Ofosu Nkansah's lawyer cautions politicians to be mindful of public statements
General News of Friday, 13 February 2026Source: starrfm.com.ghNana Baffour Awuah, lawyer for former National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP) Chief Executive Officer Kofi Ofosu Nkansah, has called on politicians and the public to exercise caution when making statements, particularly on politically sensitive platforms. Speaking on Morning Starr with Naa Dedei Tettey on Thursday, February 12, Lawyer Awuah said, “Sometimes you should know how to handle yourself. For him, if we hear that he’s been released and to go home, we’re okay with it. “You have every right to remain silent. Nkansah has been granted bail and will remain under investigation as authorities continue to probe the matter.
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February 13, 2026 15:20 UTC
Government to begin boundary pillar construction along Côte d'Ivoire border
General News of Friday, 13 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ghana Boundary Commission has begun a field inspection exercise along the Ghana-Côte d’Ivoire border as part of efforts to strengthen territorial integrity and promote regional stability. The exercise forms part of stage one of the first phase of the Ghana-Côte d’Ivoire Boundary Reaffirmation Exercise, a joint initiative expected to be completed by March 31, 2026. Ghana and Cote d’Ivoire to finalise land boundary reaffirmation by 2025These include four main pillars and 10 intermediate pillars. Among the key sites inspected were the historic Tano Pillar and the Farafarako International Boundary Pillar, both considered critical reference points in the boundary demarcation process. The pillar construction phase officially commenced in July 2025 with a stone-laying ceremony at New Town in the Jomoro Municipality, the site of the Terminus Pillar, also known as Boundary Pillar 55.
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February 13, 2026 15:08 UTC
Tottenham blocked me from signing Semenyo, Mbeumo - Ange Postecoglou
Sports News of Friday, 13 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comFormer Tottenham Hotspur head coach, Ange Postecoglou has disclosed that he wanted to sign Ghanaian forward Antoine Semenyo and Cameroon’s Bryan Mbeumo during his time at the club. Antoine Semenyo makes history“So we ended up with Dom Solanke, who, absolutely, I was really keen on, and three teenagers. "And those three teenagers are outstanding young players, and they will be brilliant players for Tottenham. We didn’t have the money.”This revelation comes after the recent dismissal of Thomas Frank as Tottenham boss following abysmal performances. Postecoglou was sacked despite winning the UEFA Europa League with Spurs in the 2024/2025 season.
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February 13, 2026 14:57 UTC
Cabinet directs AG to audit COCOBOD for the past 8 years - Ato Forson
Business News of Friday, 13 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Cabinet has instructed the Office of the Attorney General to audit the activities of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) over the past eight years. Speaking at a press briefing on February 12, 2026, the Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, announced that Cabinet has directed the Attorney General, Dr Dominic Akurintinga Ayine, to investigate and uncover the root causes of COCOBOD’s crippling GH¢32.9 billion debt. Ghana considers overhaul of domestic cocoa pricing system – ReportDr Ato Forson explained that the decision is part of broader efforts to restore transparency and accountability in the management of the cocoa sector. According to Dr Ato Forson, the investigations are expected to run alongside broader structural reforms aimed at restoring COCOBOD’s financial records and safeguarding the livelihoods of Ghanaian cocoa farmers. Cabinet directs AG to audit COCOBOD for the past 8 years - Ato ForsonSP/MA
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February 13, 2026 14:48 UTC
Watch how Haruna Iddrisu and Sukparu were airlifted after Tumu accident
A video has surfaced showing how the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, and the Deputy Minister of Communications and Digital Technology, Mohammed Adams Sukparu, were airlifted following a serious accident on the Bolgatanga-Tumu Road. Haruna Iddrisu, Adams Sukparu involved in road accidentThe video, shared on X and captioned, “The moment the Education Minister, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, the Deputy Communications Minister, Hon. Watch the video and some comments below:The moment the Education Minister, Hon. Adams Sukparu and other victims of the near fatal road accident that occurred yesterday were airlifted from Tumu for medical attention in Accra.
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February 13, 2026 14:46 UTC
COCOBOD CEO responds to Minority's call for his removal
General News of Friday, 13 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comChief Executive Officer of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), Dr Randy Abbey, has responded to calls by the Minority Caucus in Parliament, demanding his removal as CEO, citing recent reforms in the cocoa sector. According to a citinewsroom.com report on February 12, 2026, Dr Abbey said the challenges currently facing the industry are the result of decisions taken by the previous administration. They have therefore demanded that Dr Abbey be removed from office. Dr Randy Abbey clarified that the long-standing syndicated loan model, which had financed cocoa purchases for 32 years, collapsed during the 2023/2024 season under the previous government. “For the first time in the history of the loan, the first tranche hit the COCOBOD account on December 22.
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February 13, 2026 13:27 UTC
Government to convert GH¢5.8 billion cocoa debt owed to BoG and MoF
Business News of Friday, 13 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGovernment has announced plans to convert GH¢5.8 billion in legacy debt owed by the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) to the Bank of Ghana and the Ministry of Finance as part of a broad reform agenda aimed at stabilising the cocoa sector. Speaking at the briefing, Dr Ato Forson said the proposed restructuring is intended to address long-standing financial pressures facing the cocoa regulator. Here are 10 key reforms to revive Ghana's cocoa industry“Government will seek parliamentary approval to restructure approximately GH¢5.8 billion in legacy debt owed by COCOBOD to the Bank of Ghana and the Ministry of Finance as part of measures to restore stability to the cocoa sector,” he said. He further noted that Cabinet has also directed the immediate transfer of GH¢4.35 billion in cocoa road liabilities from COCOBOD to the Ministry of Roads and Highways and the Ministry of Finance. Government moves to convert GH¢5.8 billion cocoa debt owed to BoG and MoFSP/MA
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February 13, 2026 13:22 UTC
'If you have a man, stop begging singles for money' - Princess Shyngle fumes
Entertainment of Friday, 13 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGambian actress Princess Shyngle has lashed out at women in relationships who ask single women for financial help. She has insisted that struggling should be a challenge faced only by singles. She added, “They keep saying we haven’t eaten or my husband is struggling. Are you not ashamed of yourself?”She further criticised the hypocrisy of such women, noting: “They come online saying better go and marry, blah blah blah. But you in the marriage keep begging us singles for money.
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February 13, 2026 13:20 UTC
Ashanti Regional Minister orders full disclosure of district fees
General News of Friday, 13 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ashanti Regional Minister, Frank Amoakohene, has directed all Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) in the region to submit their gazetted fees and levies to the Regional Coordinating Council (RCC) for review. The directive is aimed at ensuring that taxes and levies imposed by the assemblies, particularly on mining operations, conform to the provisions of the Local Government Act. The move follows reports that some MMDAs have been collecting taxes and levies on equipment and tools used in illegal mining activities within the region. “Assemblies should strictly follow local government guidelines and statutory procedures when fixing fees and levies,” he said. The Regional Minister also encouraged members of the newly inaugurated town planning committees to work diligently towards the development of the Ashanti Region.
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February 13, 2026 13:12 UTC
Speaker calls for Parliament's independence, pushes for e-voting in House
Speaking on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at the launch of Parliament’s five-year corporate strategic plan, Bagbin lamented the infrastructural limitations that continue to hinder the work of the House. According to him, even routine decision-making has been difficult, as consensus is often required before voting can take place. Bagbin also emphasised that the strategic plan is designed to strengthen Parliament’s institutional capacity, improve efficiency, and ensure that the legislature is equipped to meet the demands of modern governance. “Now we are trying to upload an IT where we can have e-voting in the House. Minority demands immediate arrest over unlawful closure of NHIS office in Tema CentralVKB/VPOWhat some cocoa farmers said about government's new reforms
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February 13, 2026 13:12 UTC
COCOBOD CEO fires back at Minority over dismissal calls
Business News of Friday, 13 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), Dr Randy Abbey, has responded to calls by the Minority Caucus in Parliament, demanding his removal as CEO, citing recent reforms in the cocoa sector. According to a citinewsroom.com report on February 12, 2026, Dr Abbey said the challenges currently facing the industry are the result of decisions taken by the previous administration. They have therefore demanded that Dr Abbey be removed from office. ack COCOBOD CEO Randy Abbey - Minority barks“The model that we are using today is not a model that I created. “For the first time in the history of the loan, the first tranche hit the COCOBOD account on December 22.
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February 13, 2026 13:10 UTC
One dead, 16 injured in Peki Tsame road accident
General News of Friday, 13 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comA ghastly accident on the Peki Tsame road in the Volta Region has claimed the life of one person leaving 16 others with varying degrees of injuries. The incident occurred after the tyre of a Toyota Hiace bus with registration number GT 7012-24 burst, causing the vehicle to somersault. In a Facebook post on February 13, 2026, the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) said personnel from the Peki Fire Station, led by ADO I Godwin Gbedemah, swiftly responded to the accident and have rescued the trapped victims. The GNFS disclosed that one of the victims later died at the hospital, while others are reportedly in stable condition. Read the full post belowSO/VPOCabinet instructs COCOBOD to begin repayment to all affected cocoa farmers
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February 13, 2026 13:10 UTC
NPP MP calls for probe into Russian national behind viral scandal
Social media uproar as alleged Russian trends for luring Ghanaian women into filmed encounters“As a former Deputy Foreign Minister and Ambassador, I can say with authority that no one enters Ghana without clearance. The controversy follows reports that a Russian national allegedly approached Ghanaian women, engaged them under undisclosed circumstances, and later posted their intimate encounters on social media, sparking widespread condemnation and calls for swift action. Social media users claim there are about 40 such videos involving Ghanaian women across these public platforms. As a former Deputy Foreign Minister and an Ambassador, I can say with authority that no one enters Ghana without clearance. The Foreign Affairs Minister and the Minister of Interior must explain.… — Amb Charles Owiredu (@CharlesOwiredu3) February 12, 2026MAG/MA
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February 13, 2026 12:54 UTC
Here are 10 key reforms to revive Ghana's cocoa industry
Business News of Friday, 13 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comAs part of efforts to stabilise Ghana's cocoa sector, the government, following a Cabinet meeting, has announced ten key reforms for the industry. These reforms come at a time when Ghana's cocoa sector has faced criticism and concerns over delayed payments to farmers. New cocoa financing model:The government will replace the outdated 32-year-old syndicated loan model and the failed buyer-led model of 2024 with a new system using domestic cocoa bonds for the 2026–2027 season. Syndicated loan replacement with domestic cocoa bonds:Cabinet has announced a new domestic bond financing scheme to replace the syndicated loan and buyer-financed arrangements for cocoa purchases. SP/MAFULL SPEECH: Finance Minister announces reforms for Ghana's cocoa sector
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February 13, 2026 12:42 UTC
Dr Amin Adam slams Dr Ato Forson over cocoa sector reforms
Business News of Friday, 13 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Member of Parliament for Karaga, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, has taken a swipe at the government over its new cocoa sector reforms, accusing Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, of neglecting the welfare of cocoa farmers. “We were told that the Minister of Finance was coming to announce what they call a restructuring of the cocoa sector. “What is happening today in the cocoa sector is not surprising because this government has failed to implement the COCOBOD turnaround strategy,” he asserted. Dr Mohammed Amin Adam maintained that a fresh restructuring announcement would have been unnecessary had the previous plan been executed effectively. “As far as we are concerned, this NDC government did not need to announce any new strategy for restructuring COCOBOD.
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February 13, 2026 11:51 UTC