Officials of the Volta Regional National Sports Authority
The Volta Regional Secretariat of the National Sports Authority (NSA) has officially launched Agenda 2028, a comprehensive development blueprint aimed at grooming athletes from the region to compete at the 2028 Olympic Games and other major international sporting events.
The initiative was announced through a press statement signed by Dzidodo Ruben Adjahoe, Physical Education Officer at the NSA Volta Secretariat. The program outlines a far-reaching set of interventions intended to transform grassroots sports, enhance coaching standards, and build stronger district-level sports structures.
Adjahoe described Agenda 2028 as “a bold and transformative roadmap that seeks to position the Volta Region as a strong contributor to Ghana’s Olympic ambitions.” He emphasized that the initiative is designed to empower athletes across all districts through improved structures, training opportunities, and sustainable support systems.
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Key Pillars of Agenda 2028
1. District-Level Capacity Building (Training of Trainers Program)
At the core of Agenda 2028 is a technical initiative focused on upgrading the competencies of coaches across all 18 districts. The Training of Trainers program is expected to modernize coaching techniques and reshape grassroots athlete development.
According to Adjahoe, “This flagship technical initiative is essential for ensuring quality grassroots training and effective talent grooming across the region.”
2. Formation of District Sports Clubs
The Secretariat plans to establish and formalize sports clubs in each district to serve as developmental hubs for talent identification and athlete discipline.
“These clubs will become the breeding grounds for organized and well-groomed talent,” Adjahoe added.
3. District and Regional Competitions
A structured annual sports calendar will be introduced to ensure consistent competition across multiple disciplines, enabling continuous talent identification and development.
“Regular competition is the heartbeat of talent identification,” he noted. “These events will form the basis for selecting strong regional teams capable of competing nationally.”
4. TrainHer – Women’s Sports Empowerment Program
Agenda 2028 also prioritizes women’s sports development through the TrainHer initiative, which will identify young female talents and expose them to structured training in athletics, team sports, and Olympic disciplines.
Adjahoe stated, “TrainHer is our commitment to making sports more inclusive. We aim to create a clear pathway for girls to reach the Junior Olympics, Commonwealth Games, and other international platforms.”
5. Fitness and Recreation Program
To promote healthy lifestyles, the Secretariat will implement fitness and recreational activities across various communities, encouraging active living among residents. “We want every resident to embrace physical activity as a lifestyle,” Adjahoe said.
6. Volta Sports Awards
To recognize excellence and encourage high performance, the NSA will institute the Volta Sports Awards—an annual platform to honor exceptional athletes, coaches, administrators, clubs, and supporting organizations.
“We want to inspire excellence and celebrate the individuals and institutions driving sports development in the Volta Region,” he emphasized.
Quarterly NSA Dialogue to Track Progress
As part of its accountability and monitoring framework, the NSA Volta Secretariat will institute a quarterly NSA Dialogue, a review platform that will comprehensively assess programs, implementation progress, and performance outcomes under Agenda 2028.
Adjahoe explained that the quarterly sessions will serve as “an important mechanism to evaluate the effectiveness of our activities, strengthen collaboration with stakeholders, and ensure that every component of Agenda 2028 stays on course.”
Driven by a Vision for Olympic Excellence
The Volta NSA maintains that Agenda 2028 represents a viable and sustainable pathway to producing world-class athletes capable of competing at the highest level.
In his concluding remarks, Adjahoe expressed optimism about the initiative’s potential. “With the right support, structures, and partnerships, we are confident that the Volta Region will produce athletes who can compete on the Olympic stage in 2028 and beyond,” he said.
The Secretariat has called on district assemblies, schools, sports federations, and corporate bodies to join forces in bringing Agenda 2028 to life.
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