Eight athletes will compete for Ghana in the World Athletics Championship
The Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) and the Ministry of Sports and Recreation have held a virtual meeting with Ghana’s athletics team ahead of the World Championship, scheduled for September 13-21, 2025, in Tokyo, Japan.
The meeting, organised by Ghana Athletics, aimed to boost the team’s morale and preparedness for the highly anticipated event.
The ministry and the GOC emphasised the importance of rigorous training and quality preparation to ensure the team’s success in the championship.
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The athletes’ needs and requirements were assessed, and plans were put in place to provide necessary support and resources to facilitate their participation, including Ghana’s support for the athletes to travel with personal coaches.
Remuneration, camping allowances, and future incentives were also discussed.
GOC President, Richard Akpokavie, applauded the athletes for their efforts and urged them to aim for a medal.
“We commend your dedication, discipline, and teamwork, which embody the values of Team Ghana. We salute you for your impressive qualification for the World Championship and commitment during your pre-championship camp sponsored by the Ghana Olympic Committee.
“This championship is a stepping stone toward greater global success, and we remain confident it will lead to podium finishes on the world stage and, sooner, at the Olympics,” the GOC President said.
Speaking further, the sports minister Kofi Adams, assured the athletes of the government’s fullest support and challenged them to give the world a good show, promising that Ghana will reward them.
He praised the efforts and sacrifices of the athletes and their coaches for how far they have come and hinted that the government will soon announce incentives for all performing athletes.
Team Ghana captain, Joseph Paul Amoah, thanked the officials for their support.
“We are always honored to represent Ghana on the world stage. With the support of the ministry, GOC, and the leadership of Ghana Athletics, we are confident in our ability to deliver a strong podium performance and make our nation proud,” he noted.
Team Ghana, comprising Captain Joseph Paul Amoah, Fuseini Ibrahim, Barnabas Aggerh, Mustapha Alufu Bokpin, Abdul-Rasheed Saminu, Benjamin Azamati, Alex Amankwah, and Rose Amoanimaa Yeboah, has just completed a rigorous two-week training camp sponsored by the GOC.
Team Ghana is expected to make a lasting impression on the international athletics stage, competing in men’s 4x100m, 100m Men (Benjamin Azamati and Abdul Rasheed Saminu), 200m Men (Ibrahim Fuseini), 800m Men (Alex Amankwah), and High Jump Women (Rose Amoanimaa Yeboah).
The persevering athletes are eager to put up podium performances at the prestigious global event.
The meeting was attended by sports minister Kofi Adams; GOC President, Richard Akpokavie; President Bawa Fuseini of Ghana Athletics; Charles Osei Asibey; Comfort Selby; Agbokitcher, all Vice Presidents of Ghana Athletics; and the athletes.
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