Popular Ghanaian football administrator Kofi Poku is dead

The Vice Chairman of the MTN FA Cup Committee, Kofi Poku, passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2024, after a brief illness, according to Max TV.

Details about the illness that led to his death have not yet been disclosed to the public, and the family has also not commented on the unfortunate event.

Kofi Poku was a significant figure in the development of football in Ghana, contributing greatly to the nation's sports achievements in various ways.

He played a crucial role in promoting the MTN FA Cup competition and shaping its format to meet the required standards for such tournaments.

The news of Poku's demise has sent grief through the football community with tributes poring in from clubs, fans and stakeholders.

His love, dedication, and immense contributions to Ghanaian football will always be remembered, and his legacy will endure within the sporting community.

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SAD NEWS: MTN FC Cup Vice President dies#StopGalamseyNow | #MaxSports https://t.co/hTCZB1GdjP

— Max TV Ghana (@maxtvgh) September 30, 2024