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Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) vice president George Afriyie has expressed his support for the appointment of Kofi Adams as the Minister-designate for Sports and Recreation.<\/p>\n
President John Dramani Mahama nominated Adams for the role in a statement released on January 21, 2024, pending parliamentary approval. The appointment has generated discussions within the sports fraternity, with Afriyie emphasizing the need to rally behind the new minister.<\/p>\n
Speaking in an interview with Channel One TV, Afriyie highlighted his confidence in Adams\u2019 capabilities and urged the football community to offer their support.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe president has appointed a minister, and I strongly believe that, in his wisdom, he has selected somebody who can do the job,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
\u201cAll we can do as football people is to offer our support. Right away, I cannot be criticising what he can do and what he can\u2019t do. Honestly, from where he comes from, I strongly believe that the president has had proper consultation and that this man can do the job.\u201d<\/p>\n
With Adams\u2019 nomination awaiting vetting by the Appointments Committee of Parliament, expectations are high for his potential impact on sports development and recreational activities in the country.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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