Ghana’s Minister for Youth and Sports, Mustapha Ussif, has called on the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and the National Sports Authority (NSA) to work together to obtain Confederation of African Football (CAF) licenses for the newly upgraded sports stadia in Tarkwa and Legon.

Speaking at the 30th Ordinary Congress of the Ghana FA on Tuesday, August 27, Minister Ussif stressed the importance of having multiple CAF-approved venues in Ghana, particularly with concerns surrounding the availability of the Baba Yara Sports Stadium for upcoming matches.

“I have directed the NSA to collaborate with the GFA to secure CAF licenses for the upgraded stadia in Tarkwa and Legon,” Minister Ussif stated.

He also emphasized that while infrastructure is vital for the growth of football, the GFA must also prioritize transparency, fairness, and overall development.

“The future of Ghana football depends not only on infrastructure but also on the commitment to transparency, fairness, and progress within the FA,” he added.

This directive is timely as Ghana prepares for critical fixtures, highlighting the urgent need for additional CAF-compliant stadiums across the country.