Ghana’s Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has urged the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to align its financial operations with the government’s broader objectives, particularly regarding fiscal prudence and accountability.
Adams highlighted President John Dramani Mahama’s directive banning foreign travel without prior approval from the Chief of Staff and restricting first-class travel.
“Even yesterday [Friday, February 7] at our swearing-in, what did His Excellency the President say? He said foreign travels are banned, and where necessary, they must be cleared with the Chief of Staff. Anyone cleared to travel should not fly first class—at best, business class.
“This should tell you that this is the mindset of the President, and every other person must develop the same mindset, including the GFA. The GFA cannot live in a different world when the President’s objectives and direction are clear,” Kofi Adams said during an interview on Luv FM.
Adams stressed the importance of engaging with the football governing body to align their operations with the government’s priorities.
Adams also expressed concern about the current state of Ghanaian football, citing the deteriorating relationship between management and fans.
“We will sit with them to have that understanding, and I believe they will not kick against any such proposition.”
“Look, our sports—our football—is down. The trust level between management, fans, and followers is low.”
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