George Afriyie, former Vice President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), has expressed significant concerns regarding the transparency of the government’s funding allocated to the 2026-27 Ghana Premier League season, demanding greater accountability for the financial resources channeled into the top-tier football league. His comments, delivered to Sporty FM, highlight a growing apprehension amongst stakeholders regarding the GFA’s handling of funds received from the government. Afriyie asserted that, given the government’s involvement in the initiative, the association possesses a fundamental responsibility to publicly disclose how these funds are utilized, a point he explicitly linked to FIFA’s stipulations regarding government-backed financial support. ‘FIFA says if you go for the government money, you must account for it,’ he stated, prompting a direct questioning of the GFA’s oversight and the potential for government interference. Further, Afriyie raised serious doubts about the GFA’s previous accounting for government funding received in previous years, questioning whether the association had adequately assessed and documented the financial implications of these past disbursements. He emphasized that the money, according to Afriyie, is not sourced from the GFA’s own coffers, but rather originates from governmental sources, necessitating a transparent and publicly available explanation of the origin and management of these funds. ‘The money is not coming from GFA’s own coffers; it is coming from government, and there’s proof,’ he added, emphasizing the need for increased transparency in the allocation and utilization of funds within the Premier League. The 2026-27 season is slated to commence on September 5th, and Afriyie’s concerns underscore a critical juncture in the league’s financial structure and governance. The GFA is currently under scrutiny for its handling of this significant investment, with Afriyie advocating for a complete overhaul of the financial processes to ensure full accountability and public scrutiny.” ,
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