The Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, and the Deputy Minister for Communications and Digital Technology, Hon. Mohammed Adams Sukparu, are in stable condition following a road traffic accident on Thursday.
A statement issued by the Office of the Minister for Education and signed by the Press Secretary, Hashmin Mohammed, said the accident occurred on the Bolgatanga–Tumu Road while the ministers were travelling with their teams to the Upper West Region.
According to the statement, the ministers were en route to participate in activities marking the 40th anniversary celebrations of Tumu College of Education and Jahan College of Education when the incident happened.
“All members of the convoy are currently in stable condition and receiving the necessary medical attention,” the statement assured.
The Office of the Minister expressed appreciation to emergency responders, health professionals, and members of the public for their swift assistance and concern following the accident.
It added that further updates would be communicated as necessary.
The incident has since drawn public concern, but authorities have confirmed that both ministers and their teams are responding well to treatment.
