The President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Edwin Simeon Okraku, has pledged to serve Ghana football and the continent diligently, as a member of the Executive Committee (EXCO) of the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
Mr. Okraku was elected unopposed, joined the 24-member committee of the powerful body of the continent’s governing body, and has a four-year term running from 2025 to 2029.
His election made him the sixth Ghanaian to serve on the CAF EXCO in a list that includes Ohene Djan, Kobina Hagan, Nana Fredua Mensah, Samuel Okyere, and Kwesi Nyantakyi.
In a statement of appreciation, Mr. Okraku said he was deeply humbled and honoured to have been elected to serve as a stronger voice in the decision-making processes to shape the future of football on the continent.
“I am humbled to be given the chance to serve on the highest decision-making body of the continent’s governing body and pledge my loyalty to the leadership of CAF and FIFA.
I am honoured to serve Ghana, WAFU, and CAF, and I pledge to work tirelessly to promote the development of African football and contribute meaningfully to the development of the game across the continent,” he said.
He described the accomplishment as much as that of the staff of the GFA, owning to their hard work, dedication, and commitment to football in the country.
“I further extend my deepest gratitude to my hard-working colleagues on the Executive Council of the Football Association for their prayers and support as I navigate this new path.
To the members of the Executive Committee of WAFU B, President of WAFU A, and all members of WAFU and CAF, I thank you for your trust and confidence in me. I look forward to working closely with each of you to develop and promote African football. Finally, to my family, the entire football fraternity in Ghana and across Africa—thank you for your continued support, belief, and love for the game,” Mr. Okraku said.
The GFA boss, with gratitude and humility further extended his sincerest appreciation to President John Dramani Mahama, and his government for the unwavering support, guidance, and encouragement throughout this journey.
“I extend my heartfelt appreciation to the Minister of Sports and Recreation, Hon. Kofi Iddie Adams, for his immense support, which has been crucial to my election success.”
