Director General of National Sports Authority sacked by Akufo-Addo

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has dismissed Dodzie Numekevor, the Director General of the National Sports Authority (NSA) in a letter released by the Office of the President on September 17, 2024.

According to reports, the decision was made following public backlash over the poor condition of various stadia in Ghana, which has sparked controversy.

This move is also part of efforts to ensure that football officials are capable of maintaining the pitches properly, a significant issue in the country.

The president directed the NSA boss to hand over peacefully after his dismissal.

Numekevor was appointed as the interim Director General of the NSA on February 26, 2024, following the dismissal of Prof. Peter Twumasi, who served in the role for six years and was sacked due to issues related to stadium maintenance in Ghana.

This development comes after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) withdrew approval for the Baba Yara Stadium due to problems such as an uneven playing field, poor drainage, and inadequate grass cover.

This decision followed the Africa Cup of Nations Qualifying match between Ghana and Angola on September 5, 2024.

In response, the Ministry of Youth and Sports has instructed the Ghana Football Association to invite CAF officials to inspect the Accra Sports Stadium and the Legon Stadium to determine if they meet the requirements to host Black Stars games.

Read the letter below:



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