Kofi Adams is the Minister of Sports and Recreation-designate
Minister of Sports and Recreation-designate, Kofi Adams, has expressed concerns over the fairness of awarding management committee members the same or higher bonuses than players.
Speaking on Joy Sports, the Member of Parliament for the Buem constituency criticized the practice, emphasizing that while officials contribute to a team’s success, players who put in physical effort on the field should be the top priority when it comes to financial rewards.
“Does it really make sense that I play a full 90-minute game, we win, and I receive a reward – yet someone who didn’t play at all receives the same or even more?” Adams questioned.
While acknowledging the contributions of officials, he maintained that their compensation should not overshadow what players earn.
“I have no issue with rewarding those who have spent time with the team in a different capacity. However, if their compensation equals or surpasses that of the players who actually take to the field, then I have a personal problem with that,” he added.
Adams’ remarks highlight long-standing concerns over the distribution of bonuses in Ghanaian football, especially during international tournaments.
Having successfully undergone vetting, he now awaits approval to assume office, where he is set to replace Mustapha Ussif as sports minister.
