Sports Minister Kofi Adams Advocates for Collaboration with GFA
Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has emphasized the need for a collaborative approach to addressing challenges within the Ghana Football Association (GFA) rather than resorting to confrontational tactics.
Adams’ comments come amid a backdrop of strained relations between the Ministry and the GFA, fueled by speculation of internal power struggles and entrenched interests.
Adams stressed that leadership should focus on engagement, not conflict, stating,
“As the minister responsible for sports, you work with many federations. The last thing you want to be is an antagonist.”
He emphasized the importance of separating problems from personalities, prioritizing collaborative problem-solving over assigning blame.
While acknowledging the sector’s challenges, Adams expressed his commitment to working together to identify and solve issues. However, he also warned that those who hinder progress would be held accountable, stating,
“If you consistently stand in the way of resolving these issues, then you become part of the problem—and at that point, you’ll be treated as such.”
Adams’ remarks coincide with growing calls for reform and greater accountability in Ghanaian sports, particularly in football governance. The GFA, led by President Kurt Okraku, has been working to rejuvenate Ghanaian football since his election in 2019.
Okraku’s leadership has focused on enhancing transparency, promoting grassroots football, women’s football, and youth development.
Recently, Okraku was elected as a member of the Executive Committee of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), a recognition of his efforts to improve Ghanaian football.