Open letter to Kwasi Nyantakyi

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ALLEGORY 11 years ago

WELL SAID OPOKU YOU HAVE MY BLESSING KINDLY ADVICE HIM TO RESIGN BECAUSE WE HATE HIM
HE IS A DISGRACE TO GHANA FOOTBALL

WELL SAID OPOKU YOU HAVE MY BLESSING KINDLY ADVICE HIM TO RESIGN BECAUSE WE HATE HIM
HE IS A DISGRACE TO GHANA FOOTBALL
moyo 11 years ago

Nyantakyi will never know peace until he leaves GFA. Thief

Nyantakyi will never know peace until he leaves GFA. Thief
IDRIS PACAS 11 years ago

Compare over 72 GFA staff to the 23-man Black Stars squad. What were all the officials doing in Brazil?

Mr Writer, good work done.

Compare over 72 GFA staff to the 23-man Black Stars squad. What were all the officials doing in Brazil?

Mr Writer, good work done.
Mr.N 11 years ago

Ghanaian like most Africans believe think that as long as one had been able to accomplish something he had to stay and die in office Robert Gabriel Mugabe of Zimbabwean comes to mind the fact that he led that country into ind ...
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Ghanaian like most Africans believe think that as long as one had been able to accomplish something he had to stay and die in office Robert Gabriel Mugabe of Zimbabwean comes to mind the fact that he led that country into independence. Yes Kwasi Nyantakyi has led us to 3 world cup non of the past GFA president had done so I agreed but the fact is Africa had 1 slot to World Cup with the 5 slots now and more would be added Ghana would be going to every world cup. It about time Kwasi Nyantakyi you have to go you have a match fixing on your head and currently you have lost everything that makes you a leader go or we would force you out and charge you causing a financial loss to the state.
Kwasi Nyantakyi 11 years ago

Christopher Opoku, or what you call yourself, I´m not going to resign!
how can you even think of me and the GFA causing financial loss to the state?
Who in Ghana can sack me? Don´t let me mention Names. All,both the NPP ...
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Christopher Opoku, or what you call yourself, I´m not going to resign!
how can you even think of me and the GFA causing financial loss to the state?
Who in Ghana can sack me? Don´t let me mention Names. All,both the NPP and big NDC members had their share with us-so who can jail me?-or i would mention Names!!!
Krikri 11 years ago

This Nyantekyi man would rather go to the Supreme Court rather than resign. Arrogant like Akufo Addo!!!

This Nyantekyi man would rather go to the Supreme Court rather than resign. Arrogant like Akufo Addo!!!
Kofi 11 years ago

This is exactly what we discussed in Brazil during the tournament. Under Fred Pappoe, we never have such problems. We had little issues but never escalated to such extent. Fred Pappoe displayed dynamic leadership whereby eve ...
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This is exactly what we discussed in Brazil during the tournament. Under Fred Pappoe, we never have such problems. We had little issues but never escalated to such extent. Fred Pappoe displayed dynamic leadership whereby everything was normal again even during our first appearance in 2006. Nyantakyi wants that post and for the first time he was supposed to be in charge, we failed miserably. This is all about per diem. He should resign and since he does not have any integrity, he will fight to keep the position he cannot handle.
kofi mensah 11 years ago

In fact, I voted for President Mahama in the 2012 general elections, but it appears the president does not want to hurt even a fly, and this is not helping his administration. Just look at the mess going on in the country, b ...
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In fact, I voted for President Mahama in the 2012 general elections, but it appears the president does not want to hurt even a fly, and this is not helping his administration. Just look at the mess going on in the country, but it seems no one cares. As a patriotic Ghanaian I have still not overcome the pain caused by the black star's failure to qualify from the group stage of the ongoing 2014 world cup in Brasil, because we had a strong team. I am afraid NDC might not win the 2016 elections if conditions in the country do not change. I humbly suggest that the current black star management committee be dissolve, and the coach Appiah also resign, just like Stephen keshi, the coach of the green of eagles of Nigeria. God bless Ghana my mother land.
NII 11 years ago

IF YOU THINK VOTING FOR NPP WOULD STOP THIS TYPE OF CORRUPTION YOU ARE FOOLING YOURSELF.
THEY ARE ALL THE SAME. THE ONLY SOLUTION IS FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.

IF YOU THINK VOTING FOR NPP WOULD STOP THIS TYPE OF CORRUPTION YOU ARE FOOLING YOURSELF.
THEY ARE ALL THE SAME. THE ONLY SOLUTION IS FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.
sirry 11 years ago

he's a disgraced money- greedy pig,whose primary aim is to see a whole nation suffer in pain, Nyantakyi "what shall it profit a man to gain the whole world and lose his soul ?" am very sorry for you,because God has p ...
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he's a disgraced money- greedy pig,whose primary aim is to see a whole nation suffer in pain, Nyantakyi "what shall it profit a man to gain the whole world and lose his soul ?" am very sorry for you,because God has prepare another person who will serve the nation better than you. You need to apologize to the nation and "STEP-DOWN IN DISGRACE"

Kwasi Asante , Providence, R.I. 11 years ago

Good written piece.
I hope Nyantakyi demonstrates love for the country and resign. There's a lot of corruption within the GFA and distrust between management and the players. How could Kwarassey be changed just because he d ...
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Good written piece.
I hope Nyantakyi demonstrates love for the country and resign. There's a lot of corruption within the GFA and distrust between management and the players. How could Kwarassey be changed just because he does not speak the local language?
Nyantakyi's management skills is poor. Why should players not have their bank accounts on file and get their fees due to them transferred in due time to avoid havoc and distrust. I believe that the players do not trust your management, hence they insisted to get paid by cash. "Show me the money" is that called.
Nyantakyi and Coach Appiah must resign as soon as possible to save the Black Stars further humiliation to the nation.
Ebibiman 11 years ago

Good piece.

Good piece.
EBBY 11 years ago

You think Nyantakyi will listen to you? Any normal and dignified chairman would resign honourably but not Kwesi. His cup is beyond full, and is running several times over. Like the drunk person, he will be the last person ...
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You think Nyantakyi will listen to you? Any normal and dignified chairman would resign honourably but not Kwesi. His cup is beyond full, and is running several times over. Like the drunk person, he will be the last person to know that he's drunk. The die is cast and no amount of witchery or prayers can prevent the crossing of the proverbial rubicon. Nyantakyi must go.
Jason 11 years ago

Good article Christopher,

However, I have the feeling that they feel intouchable. They have accumulated a place they believe is theirs and this man does not have dignity!

Zero point zero..because if he had one..he would ...
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Good article Christopher,

However, I have the feeling that they feel intouchable. They have accumulated a place they believe is theirs and this man does not have dignity!

Zero point zero..because if he had one..he would have stepped down in Brasil for the good of Ghana football. You know I am a business controller..and sometimes I wish I could go back to Ghana and work for this company...believe me I would do anything in my power to give out even a single penny!

And if they think I am on top of it..they can always fire me..perhaps I will write a open resume..because the controller o GFA should have questioned..is your wife and kids part of the team? if so what are their functions etc..and not pay a dime for their ticket..and as organisation their finances should be open..so what is his salary...source of income etc...
Ghfuo, What Is Your Purpose/Legacy? 11 years ago

CHOBO 1,2 &3!...
See wat happens when gfa wcup executives inflate budgets, cut corners, cut costs and expenses all in order to pocket free dough. Who will die, who will be fired, who will be dismissed from camp, whose teeth ...
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CHOBO 1,2 &3!...
See wat happens when gfa wcup executives inflate budgets, cut corners, cut costs and expenses all in order to pocket free dough. Who will die, who will be fired, who will be dismissed from camp, whose teeth will be punched out, who will be slapped from pole to pole, who will be jailed and disgraced!
Starring: afriyie ankrah as "chooboyee", nyantakyi as "we are sorry", kpb as "m3ka", boye as "boom boom defender", fatau dauda as "sabotage", muntari aka "who are you?", Jonathan Mensah aka "bouncer", parker aka "me p3 slaps" and aa aka "hwiyiee nyame"! At a movie theater near you!
Kwei Nmetey 11 years ago

Massa Opoku, if his tenure saw the short comings you have catalogued, then why are you being so soft in demanding the inevitable? Do you not want excellence for our country? Given what you now know, is he the one to deliver e ...
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Massa Opoku, if his tenure saw the short comings you have catalogued, then why are you being so soft in demanding the inevitable? Do you not want excellence for our country? Given what you now know, is he the one to deliver excellence? If not, why are you pussy-footing round the only demand to make in the circumstance?
Osahene Amankwa 11 years ago

God help mother Ghana, the minister for sports or even the head of state should sack all at GFA , this is a national disgrace but because they are all corrupt , they have kept quite on this issue.

God help mother Ghana, the minister for sports or even the head of state should sack all at GFA , this is a national disgrace but because they are all corrupt , they have kept quite on this issue.
kofi 11 years ago

Why do people like you Chris who know next to nothing about football admin like to open you mouth anyhow. God save Ghana from hooliganism at its highest.

Why do people like you Chris who know next to nothing about football admin like to open you mouth anyhow. God save Ghana from hooliganism at its highest.
Papa Yaw 11 years ago

True

True
Ibrahim Young 11 years ago

That bastard has broken the hearts of many Ghanaians. He has to resign now or we take to the streets in mass protest. A thief is always a thief. KWASIAAAAAAAAAAAAA.

That bastard has broken the hearts of many Ghanaians. He has to resign now or we take to the streets in mass protest. A thief is always a thief. KWASIAAAAAAAAAAAAA.

Jackie apiah 11 years ago

This fucking man called Nyantakyi should be fired and must be kept in jail for life,I said it but people didn't bother,black man coaching Ghana black stars won't be good idea,from the day black stars started playing world cup ...
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This fucking man called Nyantakyi should be fired and must be kept in jail for life,I said it but people didn't bother,black man coaching Ghana black stars won't be good idea,from the day black stars started playing world cup they have never lost matches against USA team,akwesi apiah the ashante monkey took the position as black stars coach look what happened to the team,all this people are the reason why Ghana can't move forward,bad luck,the country is running by wicked human,country with no money,no jobs for his own people but always receiving refugees,you Ghanaians need to give me your vote us your next president if you really wants to live better life,if I'm a president of Ghana I created more jobs,give all Ghanaians money to do business and be able to take good care of their families,there will be no lite offs,no water shortage,no fuels shortages,I will make Ghana the number one country in Africa,I make sure every Ghanaian who wants to establish business in the country will be taxes free for five years,this unique idea will bust the economy and all Ghanaians will be happy for the rest of their lives,I have better plan to lead the country not into temptations but to make it heaven a place where good character lives ever,2020 I started my politics begins,the name is (Jah People)so all of you Ghanaian please look to see me,I will use government land to build low income houses for poor people in Ghana free of charge,you will pay no rents,no lite,no water,a
Ghfuo, What Is Your Purpose/Legacy? 11 years ago

Her 5head will do a GREAT job!

Her 5head will do a GREAT job!
Bad English 11 years ago

You cannot even manage a chopbar with your level of education.

You cannot even manage a chopbar with your level of education.
Ghfuo, What Is Your Purpose/Legacy? 11 years ago

Have you no shame! You and aa must step down. You have disgraced the nation. Have some respect for.yourselves and resign. We don't want you 2 anymore!

Have you no shame! You and aa must step down. You have disgraced the nation. Have some respect for.yourselves and resign. We don't want you 2 anymore!
USMAN 11 years ago

Our university graduates are simply useless. So Nyantekyi, who is a lawyer, could not advice the Moronic President of Ghana of the Legal and Ethical implication of carrying that quantum amount of money to Brazil. This is how ...
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Our university graduates are simply useless. So Nyantekyi, who is a lawyer, could not advice the Moronic President of Ghana of the Legal and Ethical implication of carrying that quantum amount of money to Brazil. This is how far our useless university education has brought us.
Dheriqz 11 years ago

great letter, hope he pays heed to the contents

great letter, hope he pays heed to the contents
Consider 11 years ago

Well done Christopher Opoku. I trust that Mr. Nyantakyi or his assistance will read this piece and bravely act on it. Free constructive advice. Thank you again, Christopher.

Well done Christopher Opoku. I trust that Mr. Nyantakyi or his assistance will read this piece and bravely act on it. Free constructive advice. Thank you again, Christopher.
Tetekpor 11 years ago

Chris, that was a good one there. Nyantakyi epitomizes a total disgrace to Ghanaians!He should resign honourably to save face.He is simply put, A COMMON CRIMINAL.

Chris, that was a good one there. Nyantakyi epitomizes a total disgrace to Ghanaians!He should resign honourably to save face.He is simply put, A COMMON CRIMINAL.
Kwabena-D 11 years ago

A letter well written but unfortunately lacks the poignancy in letting Mr. Nyantakyi know that he has to go back to school and educate himself because obviously he lack wisdom to rally his executives behind him. instead of le ...
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A letter well written but unfortunately lacks the poignancy in letting Mr. Nyantakyi know that he has to go back to school and educate himself because obviously he lack wisdom to rally his executives behind him. instead of leading them, he's being led by them to perpetrate high level corruption which will eventually put him and his family at risk. He SHOULD resign with dignity. Mr. Nyantakyi lacks true prudence and a great sense of loyalty to the Ghanaian public. I wonder how he became a president for GFA....He "fixed" himself as usual.
Kwabena-D California
KojoLee@Dilemma-Situation 11 years ago

Mr. K-D, I feels the pains and agony that you are going through. The only one thing that has 101% support of all Ghanaians under the sun and also unit us as one is Ghana Black Star. Even the sitting President may have 55% o ...
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Mr. K-D, I feels the pains and agony that you are going through. The only one thing that has 101% support of all Ghanaians under the sun and also unit us as one is Ghana Black Star. Even the sitting President may have 55% of the general support but not Black Star, it has it all totally!

So whoever is in CHARGE should be cautious like snake, because it is the PEOPLES HEARTS whoever in charge is dealing with. We were early eliminated form the 2014 W/C group stages due to the 'Corruption & Stupidity'. Can we sit back and pretend nothing is happening or going on, No! If Nyantakyi and Akwasi Appiah fails to resign themselves, then it would be better for the President of Ghana to DISSOLVED GFA AND SET COMMITTEE TO RESTRUCTURE THE WHOLE GHANA SOCCER SYSTEM FRESH and get BANNED from FIFA instead to let things goes on like usual.

Something has to be done at all course.

Well said Mr. K-D.

KojoLee@Dilemma-Situation 11 years ago

Well said article

Well said article
Mr.N 11 years ago

I wonder how he became a president for GFA....He "fixed" himself as usual.***Kwabena-D

Dr. Nyaho Nyaho Tamakloe put him there the man had no clue he was not even dreaming of the GFA President until Dr. Nyaho Nyaho Tamaklo ...
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I wonder how he became a president for GFA....He "fixed" himself as usual.***Kwabena-D

Dr. Nyaho Nyaho Tamakloe put him there the man had no clue he was not even dreaming of the GFA President until Dr. Nyaho Nyaho Tamakloe crisis which was leading to Fifa ban. He is not self-confidence man he got rid of Fred Pappoe because Pappoe was getting all the credit for the two successful world cup run he was afraid Pappoe would take the presidency from him. It about time he goes but a typical Ghanaian would tell you that he had take us to 3 world cups back to back so he must die in office. Pause for sec and think all the friendly Ghana had played under Kwasi Nyantakyi South Korea and Japan top the list is match fixing going on? Kwasi Nyantakyi is a match fixer whether he likes it or not we all have seen the tape.
Rasheed 11 years ago

I thought Nyantakyie is the nest GFA boss we have now, why are you are now attacking him. POW will beat you oo.

I thought Nyantakyie is the nest GFA boss we have now, why are you are now attacking him. POW will beat you oo.
Mr.N 11 years ago

Go back and check all past posting about Kwasi Nyantakyi the day he opened his mouth and said he not accountable to anyone when people were calling for account of the 2006 world cup.

Go back and check all past posting about Kwasi Nyantakyi the day he opened his mouth and said he not accountable to anyone when people were calling for account of the 2006 world cup.
Rasheed 11 years ago

I therefore need your unflinching support to enable me take over from that ugly and gangrenous boy called nyantakyie.

I therefore need your unflinching support to enable me take over from that ugly and gangrenous boy called nyantakyie.
Cudjoe Amuashie 11 years ago

heads must roll

heads must roll
ISSAKA ISSAH 11 years ago

how can you have two positions at the same the time? greed.

how can you have two positions at the same the time? greed.
RAYMOND NASH, LONDON 11 years ago

Chris, you've hit the nail right in the head.

But you forgot about the "NYANTAKYI-GATE" match-fixing scandal.
Mahama has not said anything about it yet and Nyantakyi might think it's been brushed under the carpet.
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Chris, you've hit the nail right in the head.

But you forgot about the "NYANTAKYI-GATE" match-fixing scandal.
Mahama has not said anything about it yet and Nyantakyi might think it's been brushed under the carpet.
I highly suspect the NDC might try to kill it.
Akwasi 11 years ago

Smoke this guy.youth chase him out of Ghana,burn down all those houses he has acquire with Ghana monies.

Smoke this guy.youth chase him out of Ghana,burn down all those houses he has acquire with Ghana monies.
fa 11 years ago

Christopher nice letter but its saden my heart Nyantakyi and co.will never read

Christopher nice letter but its saden my heart Nyantakyi and co.will never read
Aspes 11 years ago

Kwasi Nyantakyi and Appiah have shown what they could do together, to disgrace Ghana in the name of selfishness. It is time to step aside and apologise to the nation.

Kwasi Nyantakyi and Appiah have shown what they could do together, to disgrace Ghana in the name of selfishness. It is time to step aside and apologise to the nation.
Cordon Opoku 11 years ago

God punish the gfa

God punish the gfa
Kwame 11 years ago

GREEDINESS,SHAMELESS LEADERS OF GFA-------NONESENSE

GREEDINESS,SHAMELESS LEADERS OF GFA-------NONESENSE
MENSAH. 11 years ago

I like your information registered on this web,and thanks for your time,effort,research and the rich,exhaustive information given.
If KWESI NYANTAKYI will not resign peacefully but shamefully,LET'S PUSH HIM OUT.
PERIOD.

I like your information registered on this web,and thanks for your time,effort,research and the rich,exhaustive information given.
If KWESI NYANTAKYI will not resign peacefully but shamefully,LET'S PUSH HIM OUT.
PERIOD.
Kojo Billy Duncan 11 years ago

Sociopaths never resign.

Sociopaths never resign.
Naa Shorme Dowuona 11 years ago

Bravo brother
Your piece of forthright and on point. If he refuses to step down, a campaign must be waged to bring him down. Less said the better.

Bravo brother
Your piece of forthright and on point. If he refuses to step down, a campaign must be waged to bring him down. Less said the better.
Koffi parker 11 years ago

leave him alone,even if Ghana win the World Cup, Ghanaians will always find reason to call him corrupt.

leave him alone,even if Ghana win the World Cup, Ghanaians will always find reason to call him corrupt.
BISMARK 11 years ago

For me, handling an enviable position such as this as well as having your personal club constitute a conflict of interest. He is a gentle thief and must resign because he is not the only qualified person to handle that positi ...
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For me, handling an enviable position such as this as well as having your personal club constitute a conflict of interest. He is a gentle thief and must resign because he is not the only qualified person to handle that position. Hebert Mensah could as well do the job well.
Eugene Ashrifie 11 years ago

Ghana,oh Ghana when will the sons you
strenously educated to look after your
affairs have become robbers,thieves
and corrupt yet nobody takes any
action against them? The Nyantakyis
and their sort should know that"ALL
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Ghana,oh Ghana when will the sons you
strenously educated to look after your
affairs have become robbers,thieves
and corrupt yet nobody takes any
action against them? The Nyantakyis
and their sort should know that"ALL
DAY FOR THIEFMAN ONE DAY FOR MASTER"
Worthless president 11 years ago

Shoot him dead. If it were Colombia; there would be little pushing and shoving- Just liquidate him. period. Gun him down- I will pay for it.

Shoot him dead. If it were Colombia; there would be little pushing and shoving- Just liquidate him. period. Gun him down- I will pay for it.
Tango & Cash 11 years ago

From the moment this twerp defended the size of the Ghanaian entourage to Brazil vis a vis the 100 or so from an oil rich country I realised he was a village idiot!

From the moment this twerp defended the size of the Ghanaian entourage to Brazil vis a vis the 100 or so from an oil rich country I realised he was a village idiot!
Llord 11 years ago

Remember, you ask eastern region division two league to take their case to God? Well. nuff said. Our prayers has been answered. Corruption

Remember, you ask eastern region division two league to take their case to God? Well. nuff said. Our prayers has been answered. Corruption
Whatever 11 years ago

For all you'd say about Fred Pappoe, had he been there, none of those players would have dared fooled in camp

For all you'd say about Fred Pappoe, had he been there, none of those players would have dared fooled in camp
Nash Ankrah 11 years ago

What a big shame and shady for GFA lack of transparent we are sick and tired of Kwasi and his so call welfare committee his administration must be probe and account for everything to national audit.

What a big shame and shady for GFA lack of transparent we are sick and tired of Kwasi and his so call welfare committee his administration must be probe and account for everything to national audit.
addobea 11 years ago

kwasi must be sacked since he has no vision for GFA.

kwasi must be sacked since he has no vision for GFA.
KWAME OPARE 11 years ago

Chris, you could not have written about these myriad of issues plaguing the GFA and Sports Ministry any better. There is massive corruption going on at the GFA. There has to an overhaul of the FA. Ghanaians are not stupid but ...
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Chris, you could not have written about these myriad of issues plaguing the GFA and Sports Ministry any better. There is massive corruption going on at the GFA. There has to an overhaul of the FA. Ghanaians are not stupid but we give in stupid tendencies. We lack planning. So why would every Tom, Dick and Harry have to go to Brazil? It is good all of these allegations are out. We are hoping something would be done about it. Kudos Chris!!
Mohammed Ibrahim 11 years ago

Dear Mr.Christopher Opoku,
I am very impressed with your article.GFA President must resign with immediate effect for his failure to Pay the Players appearance fees,for not Providing the Players with ...
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Dear Mr.Christopher Opoku,
I am very impressed with your article.GFA President must resign with immediate effect for his failure to Pay the Players appearance fees,for not Providing the Players with decent accommodations,for not providing the Players with better travel arrangements,for failing to discipline the Players in the Camp,for failing to qualify from their group.The Players,and Management,and officials are all Greedy Bastards,and a Disgrace.All the Players,and the GFA official must be sack immediately.They are a disgrce.
ACTION BAZOOKA 11 years ago

ALL IS MMOASEM SACK THEM OTHERWISE NO RESPECT FOR PREZ MAHAMA ACTION NOW PUT FIRE IN THEIR ANUS APUUUUUUUUUU MMOASEM

ALL IS MMOASEM SACK THEM OTHERWISE NO RESPECT FOR PREZ MAHAMA ACTION NOW PUT FIRE IN THEIR ANUS APUUUUUUUUUU MMOASEM
Uncle Sam 11 years ago

Dear Chris, you said it all. In a very "democratic" institution, Mr Nyantakyi would have stepped down for failing in his duty, but you know in this part of our world power is so "sweet" that even presidents who fail us "vow" ...
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Dear Chris, you said it all. In a very "democratic" institution, Mr Nyantakyi would have stepped down for failing in his duty, but you know in this part of our world power is so "sweet" that even presidents who fail us "vow" to stay on in power, the likes of Mugabe. God help Ghana, Africa....
NANA 11 years ago

Hi Christopher, could you educate me on how FIFA's money is disbursed; into which account(Gh Gov or GFA acc),the purpose of the money,custodian of the money. I am not too sure if this independent body(GFA) isn't under any sor ...
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Hi Christopher, could you educate me on how FIFA's money is disbursed; into which account(Gh Gov or GFA acc),the purpose of the money,custodian of the money. I am not too sure if this independent body(GFA) isn't under any sort of manipulation from higher centres! Because i can't just fathom what is going on. I'm disappointed in Mr Nyantakyi. They should stop accusing others and accept their mistakes and fix it.A time is coming,and has come, that every leader will be cought unwares in his follies and pride.If you know you can't serve and manage don't venture into any leadership position. Thanks
mayopia 11 years ago

If Mahama is reading all this statements and cannot take action to disolve Nyantakyi and the entire commitee then what sort of a nation are we in .

If Mahama is reading all this statements and cannot take action to disolve Nyantakyi and the entire commitee then what sort of a nation are we in .
Mr. Mensah 11 years ago

THIS IS THE WAY WE SOLVED PROBLEM IN GHANA .FAIR TO SAY THAT KWASI MUST GO . BUT LET US THINK OF THE BEST PRACTICES BUT NOT USING PAPOE AS A BENCHMARK.LET US DEFINE THE STANDARD,EXPERTISE AND COMPETENCE FOR THOSE WHO WILL COM ...
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THIS IS THE WAY WE SOLVED PROBLEM IN GHANA .FAIR TO SAY THAT KWASI MUST GO . BUT LET US THINK OF THE BEST PRACTICES BUT NOT USING PAPOE AS A BENCHMARK.LET US DEFINE THE STANDARD,EXPERTISE AND COMPETENCE FOR THOSE WHO WILL COME TO MANAGE THE BLACK STARS.
kbduah 11 years ago

kwasi nyantakyi select players for kwasi appiah.

kwasi nyantakyi select players for kwasi appiah.
Papa 11 years ago

The Schalke midfielder has slammed the country's FA for the chaotic organisation of their campaign in Brazil and admits he will find it hard to return to international duty again

Ghana midfielder Kevin-Prince Boateng has h ...
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The Schalke midfielder has slammed the country's FA for the chaotic organisation of their campaign in Brazil and admits he will find it hard to return to international duty again

Ghana midfielder Kevin-Prince Boateng has hit out at the organiation of the Black Stars' World Cup campaign, claiming the entire process was "a catastrophe".

While Ghana enjoyed some memorable moments during the competition, including a 2-2 draw against Germany and a record-breaking goal from Asamoah Gyan, the Black Stars' time in Brazil was shrouded in controversy.

Players threatened to boycott the remainder of the competition over a dispute concerning bonus payments, while Boateng and Sulley Munari were both sent home over a breach of discipline.

The former AC Milan man has now spoken frankly of his experience throughout the World Cup process and claims the level of treatment the squad received from the Ghanaian footballing officials was 'insulting' at times.

"I am very, very disappointed," said Boateng, speaking to SportBild. "It simply was no good time. It was a nightmare from the first day of preparation until the end.

"I never thought that you could organise a World Cup preparation and a World Cup that badly: hotels, flights - everything in an amateurish way.

"Our flight from Miami to Brazil took 12 hours. We were in Economy Class, packed. The legs hurt. For a pro, that's an insult. Meanwhile, our president sat in Business Class with his wife and his two kids. In Brazil the people responsible managed to lose my luggage. I did not have my football boots for days, no tapes, nothing. It was a disaster.

"Prior to the match against the US we slept in a sleazy hotel. This one can never have been recommended by Fifa. The rooms were wet. I had to change my room because it was like a swimming pool. There was water dripping from the ceiling."

Ahead of the Black Stars’ final group game against Portugal, the squad threatened to boycott the match in protest at unpaid bonuses before Boateng was later sent home, and the Schalke man believes he was made a scapegoat for his honesty with Ghana's footballing officials.

"There were two or three players who were happy that me and Sulley Muntari were suspended," said Boateng. "I made my point. There wasn't a single player who was happy. I have the feeling that we met a hundred times with our whole delegation. We told them that there are many things that have to change.

"I am an easy victim for them because I told them face-to-face that they are liars who do not keep their promises.

"The president promised that we would travel better, get better accommodation in the future. A better organisation and preparation. He didn't keep his promise. At the end, I was simply dissatisfied.

"[The bonuses were] part of it, pretty normal. That was one of the smallest problems. It all just came together during one month. It was a catastrophe.

"I just ask myself where all the money is going. The FA gets lots of money from sponsors, from Fifa. They certainly do not spend it for hotels, flights, the team and its preparation."

Boateng did not close the door on a future international career with the Black Stars, but did acknowledge that it would be difficult to return to the fold.

"They kicked me out. I love the country and the people but it is hard for any sportsman to continue under these circumstances."
Ricky london 11 years ago

Pls step down to save your dignity

Pls step down to save your dignity
Ricky 11 years ago

Pls step down to avoid further disgrace

Pls step down to avoid further disgrace

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