Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA) chairman Kudjoe Fianoo has voiced strong opposition to any attempt by the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to
Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA) chairman Kudjoe Fianoo has voiced strong opposition to any attempt by the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to extend the presidency term limit from two terms to three.
In a recent interview, Fianoo disclosed that he had obtained reliable information indicating that the GFA Executive Council may soon propose a statute amendment that would allow current GFA President Kurt Okraku to seek a third term.
Fianoo clarified that his opposition is not personal but rooted in his concerns over Ghanaian football’s progress under Okraku’s leadership.
He highlighted ongoing issues he perceives within the GFA’s management, saying, “Currently, the FA President is limited to two terms of four years each.
I have reliable information that they are planning a congress to change this rule. Given the performance so far, he doesn’t deserve it. If they go ahead, I will take every necessary step to block it.”
Criticizing Okraku’s tenure, Fianoo highlighted disappointing performances by Ghana’s national teams, including the Black Stars, and warned that he would spearhead efforts to unseat Okraku if Ghana fails to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
“If we don’t make it to the AFCON, it will underscore the decline in our football, and changes will be necessary,” Fianoo stated, pointing to the general sentiment among fans.
“If you ask Ghanaians, they would rather see the Black Stars win AFCON than just qualify for the World Cup, where it’s mostly about financial gains.”
Fianoo also emphasized that Ghana’s early elimination from the 2022 World Cup showed little improvement in the nation’s football standing.
He criticized the financial focus associated with World Cup qualification, stating, “We went to the World Cup and didn’t make it past the group stage, yet people found a way to share the revenue.”
The GHALCA chairman further highlighted the deteriorating state of the Ghana Premier League, which he attributes to poor management.
Comparing the current state to previous years, he noted, “Our football is becoming less attractive by the day. Previously, we had sponsors and media rights, but now those are gone.”
Fianoo’s strong remarks underscore his commitment to restoring stability and accountability within the GFA, expressing that he will resist any move to extend the presidency term if it undermines the growth and development of Ghanaian football.
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