Ghana’s Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has weighed in on the rumored attempt to extend the tenure of Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku, stating that it is unnecessary at this time.
Reports indicate that Okraku, whose second term ends in 2027, is considering amending the GFA statutes to allow him to seek a third term in office. The 54-year-old secured his second term unopposed in the 2023 election after his main challenger, George Afriyie, was disqualified by the Election Committee—a decision that was upheld by the Appeals Committee.
Speaking to Asempa FM, Kofi Adams dismissed the proposal for a third term, emphasizing that the tenure of the GFA presidency is not the pressing issue facing Ghanaian football. However, he expressed his willingness to engage the Football Association on the matter.
“I don’t believe that our biggest problem in our game today is down to the tenure of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) presidency,” Adams stated. “Even in the country, the presidency is limited to two terms, so I don’t see the need for an extension. However, I will engage the GFA and advise them, but truly, tenure extension is not needed at this time.”
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Kurt Okraku assumed office in 2019, taking over from the Normalisation Committee following the exit of former GFA President Kwesi Nyantakyi, who was implicated in an investigative piece by journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas.
Okraku’s administration has faced intense scrutiny, especially in light of the underwhelming performances of Ghana’s national teams. The Black Stars have suffered group-stage exits in consecutive Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournaments and failed to qualify for the 2025 edition in Morocco—marking the first time in two decades that Ghana will miss the continental showpiece.
Several football administrators, including Kudjoe Fianoo, George Afriyie, and Osei Kweku Palmer, have openly opposed the proposed third-term amendment, arguing that the focus should be on improving the game rather than prolonging leadership terms.
As discussions on the matter continue, the football fraternity will be keenly watching how the GFA navigates this contentious issue.
