Kurt Okraku discolses plan to expand bus acquisition for clubs

Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has announced the expansion of the association's bus acquisition strategy following the presentation of buses to nine Division One League clubs on Wednesday at the Accra Sports Stadium.

The initiative, part of the merit awards scheme, saw President Simeon-Okraku hand over buses to the top three teams from each of the three zones in the 2023-24 Access Bank Division One League season.

"Back in July 2023, during our Congress in Kumasi, I addressed an identified need within the football ecosystem—the lack of transport for our clubs, which hindered players' ability to travel comfortably," President Okraku explained. "Today, we see the fulfilment of that promise by the Executive Council of the Football Association."

The buses were funded through increased revenue generated by the GFA’s collective efforts. President Okraku confirmed that the initiative will be extended to more clubs in the upcoming season, with further details to be announced.

Additionally, the Women’s Premier League will also benefit from the strategy, with four clubs set to receive buses in the coming days. "Transportation is a fundamental need for our clubs, and we are committed to addressing these challenges," Okraku stated.

Representatives of the beneficiary clubs, including Gideon Bekoe of Techiman Heroes and Nana Kwame Dankwa of Okwahu United, expressed their gratitude for the support.

The clubs that received buses include Basake Holy Stars, Young Apostles, Vision FC, New Edubiase, Okwahu United, Techiman Heroes, Cape Coast Ebusua Dwarfs, Hohoe United, and Victory Club Warriors.