Kurt Okraku outlines bold vision to transform Ghana Premier League
Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has unveiled an ambitious new business model aimed at transforming the Ghana Premier League into a commercially sustainable and attractive product, both locally and internationally.
Speaking at the launch of a new partnership with Adesa Production Limited ahead of the 2025/26 season, Okraku described the move as part of a broader plan to strengthen club structures, improve revenue generation, and retain top talent within the domestic league.
“Today, we are unveiling a new framework. A new business model. A new vision,” Okraku declared.
“We are rolling out a process that places a premium on what our players want, and what you need. For the first time, we are building a structure where our game does not only entertain, but also pays for itself, sustains the clubs, and builds wealth for all stakeholders involved.”
Under the new arrangement, each Premier League club is expected to receive GH¢1 million before the season begins, along with performance-based incentives during the campaign.
The GFA President stressed that this support was not a handout, but a deliberate step toward institutional reform.
“This is not a grant. This is not just a number, it is a commitment to club transformation,” Okraku said.
“It is the difference between delayed salaries and timely payments; between outdated medical rooms and fully equipped health centres; between empty stands and vibrant, media-ready stadiums.”
As Vice President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Okraku’s push for a modernised and financially viable Ghana Premier League also aligns with broader continental efforts to strengthen domestic competitions and reduce player exodus.
The 2025/26 season is scheduled to kick off on the weekend of September 12, 2025.
