Edudzi Kudzo Tameklo, the Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), has called on Corporate Ghana and state institutions to support the development and promotion of underfunded sports, leveraging government policy and responsibility to drive positive change in the country.
Edudzi Tameklo expressed his admiration for the achievements of the national armwrestling team, Golden Arms, and emphasised the importance of supporting sports development in Ghana.
He said, “Armwrestling, often considered one of the least financed sports, deserves better recognition and support for the team’s dedication and perseverance in bringing home multiple medals for Ghana in major championships.”
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The NPA boss made these remarks when the Golden Arms paid a courtesy visit to the management of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) to express gratitude for the support received during the 14th Africa Armwrestling Championship held in Abuja, Nigeria.
The team also presented medals won at the World Armwrestling Championship to the NPA boss.
Edudzi Tameklo expressed his enthusiasm for joining hands to support the Ghana Armwrestling Federation in its participation at the Africa Championship, which culminated in an outstanding performance at the World Championships.
“I was happy when you called back to indicate that you have become giants with the little support we have been able to provide, winning three medals at the World Championships. This shows that lesser-known sports are gradually developing in Ghana,” he said.
He further congratulated the team for their fierce performance, securing two silver and one bronze medal on the world stage.
The CEO urged the champions not to rest on their laurels but to maintain discipline and push themselves further to reach greater heights.
“With the records you set, people will be struggling to reach your level, so I urge you to keep fighting, the sky cannot be your limit,” he added.
He also praised Mr. Charles Osei Asibey for his sustained effort, commitment, and investment in armwrestling, which has significantly contributed to the sport’s growth in Ghana and beyond.
The President of the Ghana Armwrestling Federation, Charles Osei Asibey, said the visit was intended to show appreciation to the NPA for supporting Ghana’s participation in the Africa Championship, which later extended to the World Armwrestling Championship.
Ghana’s Golden Arms, who earlier in the year won 55 medals, made history at the World Armwrestling Championship by winning two silver medals and one bronze, courtesy of Mabel Yeboah and Blessed Abeka Nunoo.
He noted that the support provided contributed to the athletes’ training and preparation, boosting their momentum and performance at the competition.
Following their return from the World Championship, the Golden Arms are now focused on the 2026 Africa Armwrestling Championship, to be hosted in Accra, and the 2027 African Games in Egypt.
Present at the meeting were Richard Akpokavie, President of the Ghana Olympic Committee; Husseini Addy, Technical Director of the Ghana Armwrestling Federation; and Kenneth Odeng Adade.
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