Addressing concerns over the performance of the Black Stars at the Africa Cup of Nations Cote D’Ivoire 2023, President Simeon-Okraku emphasized his administration’s dedication to resolving the issues facing Ghana football. Speaking at the MEET THE PRESS series in Kumasi on February 7, 2024, he acknowledged the collective responsibility needed to transform the sport. Despite criticism directed at the Ghana Football Association’s leadership, President Simeon-Okraku urged unity and emphasized the commitment of the FA to restore the nation’s football glory. He called for collaboration with the public, expressing readiness to listen to diverse perspectives for the betterment of Ghanaian football.