The Ministry of Education Ghana has announced that the sector minister, Haruna Iddrisu, has been discharged from the 37 Military Hospital after receiving treatment following a road traffic accident.
A statement dated February 14, 2026 and signed by the Minister’s Press Secretary, Hashmin Mohammed, said the Minister is in good spirits and has been advised to rest as part of his recovery.
The statement also expressed gratitude to the medical team and members of the public who offered prayers and support.
The accident occurred on Thursday, February 12, on the Bolgatanga–Tumu highway in northern Ghana while the Minister and his convoy were travelling to the Upper West Region for official engagements, including the 40th anniversary celebrations of Tumu College of Education and Jahan College of Education.
He was travelling together with Deputy Minister for Communications and Digital Technology Mohammed Adams Sukparu when the crash occurred. Officials indicated that all occupants of the convoy were stable and received medical attention, with no life-threatening injuries recorded.
The Ministry reiterated appreciation to emergency responders and the public for their assistance at the scene and assured that the Minister is recovering steadily at home.
