BY Issah Olegor
The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu has narrowly escaped death following a serious road traffic accident involving his official convoy on the Bolgatanga–Tumu Road in the Upper West Region, an incident that also affected the Deputy Minister for Communications and Digital Technology, Mohammed Adams Sukparu.
The accident occurred on Wednesday, February 12, 2026, while the ministers and their teams were travelling to the region for official state engagements to mark the 40th anniversary celebrations of Tumu College of Education and Jahan College of Education, two key teacher-training institutions that have played a major role in human resource development in northern region.
According to a statement issued by the Office of the Minister for Education, the convoy was en route to the ceremonial events when the crash happened under circumstances that are yet to be officially detailed by the police.
The statement confirmed that both ministers, together with all members of the convoy, survived the accident and were immediately transported for medical assessment and treatment, with authorities confirming that all victims are in stable condition.
The press release, signed by Hashmin Mohammed, Press Secretary to the Minister for Education, described the situation as serious but under control, assuring the public that the injured are receiving the necessary medical care.
The statement further expressed gratitude to emergency responders, health professionals, and members of the public who rushed to assist at the scene of the accident.
The convoy’s journey formed part of a broader government engagement programme in the Upper West Region, where the two colleges—Tumu College of Education and Jahan College of Education—were being honoured for four decades of service in training teachers for basic education across northern part of the country and beyond.
