We will give equal attention to all disciplines- Minister

Mr Edward Osei-Kwaku, Minister of Youth and Sports, said on Thursday that his ministry would give equal attention to all sports disciplines that were registered under the National Sports Council (NSC).

"It is not going to be a ministry for football, but sports, including all the disciplines so that they will all be developed," he said.

Speaking at his maiden meeting with the staff of the NSC, the minister said he would not consider his position at the ministry as a "hot seat" because all the ministries have their problems, adding that a lot depended on the approach given to the problems.

Mr Osei-Kwaku added that he was aware of the numerous problems of the various sports associations, especially with facilities, and he would approach them with all the seriousness they deserved. He appealed to the staff to be committed and avoid lukewarm attitude to work so that they would all achieve the needed success.

On the preparation of the Black Stars for the African Nations Cup, the Minister said they would not leave things to the eleventh hour as had been the practice and that all efforts were being made to ensure the Stars' victory. Mr Osei-Kwaku earlier visited the National Youth Leadership Training Institute at Afienya where he interacted with the members of staff and some of the students.