Former Ghana President John Mahama has committed to prioritising the welfare of players in the Ghana Premier League by promising stipends should he win the upcoming presidential election in December.
In an interaction with the media on Sunday, Mahama outlined his vision for developing sports infrastructure and supporting lesser-known sports in Ghana.
He acknowledged the economic challenges facing the country but emphasised a realistic approach to infrastructure development.
While building new stadiums might not be feasible, Mahama stressed plans to improve existing facilities under a broader economic initiative.
Mahama, who previously served as Ghana’s president from 2012 to 2016, reiterated his dedication to the sports sector and his belief in its potential to uplift the nation.
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He emphasised his commitment to enhancing conditions for footballers in the Ghana Premier League, ensuring they receive financial support.
“Let me also assure the sports fraternity that we shall develop our stadium infrastructure for track and field sports,” John Mahama said. “We’ll fix the deteriorating football pitches and pay stipends to footballers in the Premier League like we promised in 2020. What we call the lesser-known sports shall also receive equitable attention like we give to soccer.”
Mahama’s pledges come as part of his broader campaign promises aimed at improving sports infrastructure and supporting athletes across various disciplines in Ghana.
