This is the weakest GFA I have ever seen – Eric Alagidede

Former Nsoatreman FC General Manager Eric Alagidede has urged Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku not to seek a third term in office, describing the association’s current Executive Council as the weakest in the last two decades.

Speaking on Luv FM, Alagidede questioned the performance of the Executive Council, arguing that it had failed to provide the necessary support to improve Ghanaian football.

“This is the weakest GFA Exco in the last 20 years. They have not done well in terms of supporting him in getting our football to where it is supposed to be.

“Kurt Okraku should read the room and not seek a third term,” he said.

Alagidede added that he would advise the GFA president to step aside and allow someone else to take over the leadership of the association.

“If I’m close to him, I will say, Mr President, let’s move on and let someone continue,” he added.

He also expressed concern about the growing negative perception surrounding Ghanaian football, warning that it could affect Okraku’s standing as GFA president.

“The negativity around our football is not good for him,” Alagidede said.

His comments add to the growing debate over the leadership and administration of Ghana football, with questions being raised about the direction of the game under Okraku’s tenure.

Okraku took office in October 2019 and secured a second term following his re-election in October 2023.

In August 2025, GFA Congress approved an amendment to the association’s statutes, increasing the presidential term limit from two terms to three. The association explained that the change was intended to align its statutes with FIFA and CAF regulations.

However, the amendment attracted criticism from sections of the football community, with concerns that it could create an opportunity for Okraku to remain in office beyond his current second term.

Although the GFA president has not publicly declared his intention to contest the next election, the association is expected to hold its presidential elections in March 2027.