Accra, 2nd February 2013 –The Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) headline sponsor of the senior national football team, today commended the senior national football team, Black Stars, for their spirited display of sportsmanship with a 2- 0 win over the Blue Sharks of Cape Verde at the ongoing AFCON tournament in South Africa.
“Your unwavering determination to conquer Africa for the fifth time was demonstrated with this victory over the Blue Sharks to stamp your authority over the game and lift high the flag of Ghana”, the Chief Executive of GNPC, Nana Boakye Asafu-Adjaye, said.
“ AYEKOO ”, he added
“As we join the rest of the country to celebrate this victory, we at GNPC are optimistic that the burning desire to recapture the cup, which has eluded us as a nation for 31 years, will spur the team on to bring the trophy home to Ghana.
“We encourage you to continue the admirable performance you have exhibited so far in the tournament to earn the team a place in the semi finals and there is no doubt that you our gallant stars would make our nation proud”.
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“GNPC acknowledges the team’s hard work and we assure you of our continuous support as you advance to higher height in the tournament.
About GNPC
GNPC was established as a State-owned entity to operate on a commercial basis. The corporation was given legal backing through two main statutes i.e. PNDC Laws 64 and 84. The corporation’s vision is to become a leading global oil and gas company whose operations have a profound impact on the quality of life of the people of Ghana.
GNPC, HEADLINE SPONSORS OF THE BLACK STARS (3)