Ghanaians have called on the Minister-designate for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, to bring a fresh perspective to the Ghana Premier League (GPL) while also prioritizing the development of other sports disciplines beyond football.
The nomination has sparked a wave of optimism among citizens, who now hold higher expectations for a significant turnaround in the nation’s sports sector.
During GhanaWeb TV’s Sports Debate, Benjamin Sackey captured the hopes and aspirations of ordinary Ghanaians on the streets of Madina, highlighting what they expect the new minister to achieve.
While opinions on the appointment varied, many see it as an opportunity to align with President Mahama’s broader vision of revitalizing the nation, urging Adams to restore the success that has long eluded the GPL.
“The GPL has no sponsor, and the buses Kurt distributed to the clubs are faulty. I plead with him to fix our football pitches and bring sponsors on board so we can return to the glory days,” one citizen remarked.
Despite football’s prominence in the country, some citizens urged the Minister-designate not to focus solely on the sport but to channel efforts into developing other sporting disciplines.
“He shouldn’t concentrate on football alone. Athletics and boxing should also be given attention, alongside other sectors. Football is no longer favoring us, so he should work on the lesser-known sports,” another citizen added.
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