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  • GFA approves J.A Kufuor Cup match

    GFA approves J.A Kufuor Cup match

    Ghana Football Association (GFA) has granted approval for the J.A. Kufuor Cup match between Asante Kotoko and Nsoatreman FC scheduled for Sunday, February 18, 2024.

    This match, organized by the John A. Kufuor (JAK) Foundation, is intended to honor the profound legacy of the former President.

    In a letter signed by General Secretary Mr. Prosper Harrison Addo, the GFA expressed its support for the event as part of the activities marking the 85th birthday celebration of former President Kufuor.

      “The GFA is pleased to inform you that approval has been granted to The John A. Kufuor Foundation to organise a football match dubbed ‘Kufuor Cup’ between Asante Kotoko and Nsoatreman FC.

    “We wish to support the match with match balls and also provide the match officials.

    “We are assured that the two premier league teams shall abide by all the relevant GFA regulations to ensure a successful match and bring a befitting honour to His Excellency.” 

    GFA expressed appreciation for the substantial influence former President Kufuor has exerted on football in the nation and expressed joy in being affiliated with the match.

  • “You have done exceedingly well in your first term” – Kufuor lauds Kurt Okraku

    “You have done exceedingly well in your first term” – Kufuor lauds Kurt Okraku

    Former President John Agyekum Kufuor commended Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, the President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), for his accomplishments and effective leadership during his initial term.

    Following Kurt’s successful re-election, former President Kufuor expressed his full confidence in Kurt’s capabilities.

    Kurt was re-elected for another four-year term after securing an impressive 97.5% of the votes during the elective congress held in Tamale on Thursday, October 5, 2023.

    During a visit to his Peduase residence to extend condolences for the loss of his wife, Theresa Kufuor, the Executive Council, led by President Simeon-Okraku, received commendation from former President Kufuor.

    He recognized the dynamic energy that Kurt had infused into Ghanaian football and encouraged him to persist in making positive contributions to the sport during his second term.

    The former president stated, “You have done exceedingly well in your first term and I expect you to do more in your second term to elevate the game to a very high standard.”

    Kurt Okraku’s re-election came after George Afriyie was disqualified by the elections committee, leaving Kurt to run unopposed.