President Mahama pledges transparency in national team expenditure

President John Dramani Mahama has assured Ghanaians that his government will ensure full transparency in the allocation and expenditure of funds for national teams and other sporting activities.

Speaking on the floor of parliament on Thursday’s state of the nation address, president Mahama signaled an end to the era of keeping the public in the dark over national team expenditure.

The President emphasized that the budgets submitted by the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and other sports federations must be made public, as they are funded by taxpayers’ money.

“There will be no secrecy in how much the government spends on our national teams. The budgets presented by the FA and other sports associations must be known to the public.

“After all, it is the taxpayers’ funds that are used to fund these activities. The reduction in government expenditure and waste reduction applies to all sectors of the economy, including the Ministry of Sports and Recreation.” He said.

He stressed that transparency and accountability in sports financing are crucial to restoring public trust and ensuring efficient resource allocation and revealed that he has directed his office and the Ministry of Sports and Recreation to hold the Ghana Football Association accountable to the people of Ghana, especially during the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers

“Next month, the senior national team, the Black Stars, which is now a pale shadow of its former glory, will play two World Cup qualifying matches. I have instructed my Office and the Minister for Sports and Recreation to hold the Ghana Football Association accountable to the people of Ghana as we prepare for these games, especially regarding the budget of the FA.” He stated.

Source: Elvisanokyenews.com