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Kurt Okraku Makes History with CAF Executive Committee Appointment

In a significant development for Ghanaian football, Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, the President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), has successfully secured a position on the Executive Committee of the Confederation of African Football (CAF). His unopposed nomination as the representative of WAFU Zone B ensures that he will serve a four-year term from 2025 to 2029 on the influential 24-member committee.Okraku, who became the GFA president in 2019, further solidified his role in African football by taking the leadership of WAFU Zone B in 2023. His appointment to CAF's Executive Committee provides Ghana with a stronger presence in shaping football's future across the continent. This move also enhances the GFA’s ability to advocate for reforms and developments that benefit African football.Okraku’s new role places him alongside past Ghanaian football leaders like Ohene Djan, Kobina Hagan, and Kwesi Nyantakyi, further boosting […]

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Stephen Appiah Returns to Black Stars Management Committee Ahead of 2026 World Cup.

Former Black Stars captain, Stephen Appiah, has been invited by the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to rejoin the reconstituted Black Stars management committee ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, set to begin in March.Led by GFA President Kurt Okraku, the committee's reformation is in progress, with key individuals such as Dr Randy Abbey, who will chair the committee, and Appiah, among the potential members. Richard Duah Nsenkyire, CEO of Ghana Premier League side Samartex, and Samuel Aboabri, Chairman of the Greater Accra Regional Football Association, are also expected to join.Despite Appiah's past reservations about the way appointments were handled, he is currently in discussions regarding his return. His concerns were previously shared with the relevant authorities and are expected to be addressed before final confirmation.Further appointments may include a technical director to assist Otto Addo and a team psychologist, […]

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Najeeb Yakubu Accuses GFA President of Sabotaging National Team Career.

Najeeb Yakubu, a former Ghana youth international, has accused Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku of sabotaging his national team career after he refused to sign with Dreams FC.Yakubu, now playing for the Niger national team, alleges that Okraku orchestrated his removal from the Black Meteors squad ahead of a 2021 friendly tournament in Japan, which ultimately led to his disappearance from Ghana's national teams.The controversy surrounds a passport issue that kept Yakubu from traveling with the team. He claims this was done deliberately after he declined to join Dreams FC, a club Okraku is affiliated with. Yakubu initially gained prominence in 2017 as part of Ghana's U-17 team at the FIFA World Youth Championships.The player switched nationalities to represent Niger in 2022, and was part of the team that defeated Ghana 2-1 in an international match in November […]

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GFA President Kurt Okraku Reflects on Black Stars’ AFCON Disappointment.

Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has shared his heartfelt disappointment over the Black Stars’ failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).In a reflective Facebook post, Okraku described the team's journey from the pride of securing a spot in the 2022 FIFA World Cup to the heartbreak of this historic AFCON absence."My heart bleeds," he wrote, acknowledging the pain felt by fans and stakeholders. He called for patience, unity, and honest reflection to rebuild Ghanaian football.Despite widespread criticism, Okraku maintained optimism, promising, "We will rise from this temporary setback. It shall be well."The GFA is set to meet on Wednesday to discuss the way forward amid calls for reform and accountability.

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Leadership Woes at the Heart of Ghana Football’s Decline.

In recent years, Ghana’s football, particularly its senior national team, the Black Stars, has seen a significant downturn in performance. This decline is not limited to the senior team but spans various levels, including youth and women's football. The current Ghana Football Association (GFA) president, Kurt Okraku, has come under fire for his role in this ongoing deterioration. Despite boasting talented players in top European leagues, Ghana’s national teams have failed to make any significant impact under Okraku’s leadership, including a historic failure to reach knockout stages in major tournaments during his tenure. The blame, Okraku argues, lies with player performance, but many critics point to his administration as the consistent factor across Ghana’s struggling football scene.

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GFA Awaits CAF Decision on Stadiums for AFCON Qualifiers.

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) is currently awaiting the Confederation of African Football's (CAF) decision on the condition of the Accra and Cape Coast stadiums, which were recently inspected for the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. CAF inspectors visited Ghana to assess these facilities following a request by the Ministry of Sports. The Baba Yara Sports Stadium, which hosted Ghana's previous match against Angola, was banned by CAF due to the poor state of the pitch.Speaking before Parliament’s Sports Select Committee, GFA President Kurt Okraku stated that the association has completed its part and is now waiting for CAF’s official feedback on the stadiums. He refrained from commenting further until CAF delivers its report.Ghana’s Black Stars are set to face Sudan on October 11 in their next AFCON qualifier, hoping to secure their first win after a […]

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