Presidential hopeful of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwabena Agyepong, has expressed deep concern over the state of Ghanaian football, describing its current condition as “painful to see.”
Ghana’s once-vibrant football scene has seen a sharp decline in recent years, underscored by the Black Stars’ failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Speaking in an interview with Joy News, Agyepong, a former broadcast journalist, emphasized that sports remain a vital industry that Ghana must harness for both economic and social benefits.
He lamented the weakening bond between local clubs and their communities, which he believes has contributed to dwindling interest and support for the domestic game.
“We have to work out a collaboration to also promote our own game,” he said.
“We have to market the game because it can bring big business and employment. It is surprising and painful virtually to see what is happening to our local league and the fact that the community is not that involved.”
Agyepong, who owns a juvenile club, vowed to play a role in restoring the sport’s lost glory if given the opportunity.
“Our leaders are not as passionate about football as I am, and if I ever have the opportunity, we will do whatever we can to revive the sport as a national game, as a national passion,” he declared.
Despite recent setbacks, the Black Stars remain in contention for a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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