Why I Support Dede Ayew for GFA President – Kwami Sefa Kayi Explains

According to GhanaWeb on Friday, October 23, 2026, renowned Ghanaian broadcaster Kwami Sefa Kayi has publicly declared his support for former Black Stars captain André “Dede” Ayew to become the next president of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), should the footballer decide to contest the position.

Sefa Kayi believes Ghanaian football needs a change in leadership and has expressed his willingness to support Ayew if he decides to enter the race for the top position in the country’s football administration. His comments come amid growing public discussions about the future of the GFA and calls for improvements in the management and development of football in Ghana.

Speaking during a conversation with sports journalist Dan Kwaku Yeboah on Peace FM, the veteran broadcaster made his position clear, saying he would support Ayew if the former Black Stars captain decided to contest the presidency.

“If he has not declared, then I am declaring for him. Kwaku, if Dede decides to contest, I will support him, and I wish everybody would do the same so that there will be changes,” Sefa Kayi said.

He added that he had a personal interest in the matter and was not attempting to present himself as neutral on the issue. His remarks have added to the growing debate about whether former footballers should take up leadership roles within the country’s football administration.

Ayew, who has represented Ghana at the highest level for many years, is one of the country’s most recognisable football figures. During his international career, he captained the Black Stars and participated in several major tournaments, including the Africa Cup of Nations and the FIFA World Cup.

His experience with the national team has exposed him to different football administrations, coaching systems and the challenges confronting Ghanaian football. Supporters of a possible presidency bid believe that such experience could help him understand the concerns of players and contribute to discussions about improving the sport.

However, Ayew has not officially declared his intention to contest the GFA presidency. In recent comments, the former captain acknowledged receiving calls from football stakeholders regarding the possibility but stressed that his immediate priority was the development of Ghanaian football rather than speculation about future leadership.

He has also called for greater opportunities for former players to contribute to the sport’s development, arguing that their experience should be used to improve football structures across the country.

Sefa Kayi’s endorsement comes at a time when the GFA is facing scrutiny over the performance of Ghana’s national teams and the wider direction of the game. The Black Stars’ recent struggles have intensified conversations about leadership, technical decisions and the need to restore confidence among supporters.

Nevertheless, becoming GFA president involves more than popularity or experience as a footballer. The position requires an understanding of football administration, financial management, grassroots development and the organisation’s governing structures.

The GFA presidency is an elected position, with the association’s members participating in the electoral process. Therefore, any potential candidate would need to meet the relevant requirements and secure the necessary support to contest successfully.

For now, Sefa Kayi has made his position clear: he is ready to support Dede Ayew if the former Black Stars captain decides to run for the presidency. Whether Ayew will eventually enter the race remains uncertain, but the growing discussion has placed his name firmly in conversations about the future leadership of Ghanaian football.

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