A group of Ghanaian sports journalists convened for a press conference, expressing their collective optimism about the current state of football in the country.
Representatives from various media outlets shared positive perspectives on recent developments within the Ghanaian football landscape.
The Media for Ghana Football, an advocacy group aiming to safeguard and promote the image of Ghana’s football, orchestrated the press conference.
Journalists emphasised the need to channel energy into supporting Ghanaian football, urging colleagues to encourage attendance at stadiums and contribute to the resurgence of the sport.
The event featured notable figures such as Asempa sports journalist Kofi Worlanyo and Metro Tv’s Yaa Baby.
In reaction to a recent public protest, the “Save Ghana Football Demonstration,” the Media for Ghana Football emphasized their commitment to protecting and projecting the positive image of Ghana football rather than dismantling it.
Participants in the earlier street protest called for reforms in governance, particularly after the disappointing performance of the Black Stars and their premature exit from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Cote d’Ivoire.
The demonstration aimed to exert pressure on the government, the Ministry of Youth and Sports, and the Ghana Football Association for lasting solutions.
Prominent conveners of the demonstration included Sports Journalists Saddick Adams, Patrick Osei-Agyeman, Veronica Commey, Dan Kwaku Yeboah, Lawrence Brenya, and Felix Romark, representing various media entities such as Angel Broadcasting Network, Multimedia Group, Ghana News Agency, Despite Media Group, Global Media Alliance, and Asaase Radio, respectively.
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Some Ghanaian sports Journalists are pleased with the state of Ghana football and held a press conference to that impact
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