President-elect John Dramani Mahama has been urged to prioritize Ghana’s sports development by appointing a capable and visionary Sports Minister. The call comes from New Edubiase President, Abdul Salam Yakubu, who has expressed deep concerns over the stagnation of football under the outgoing administration.

Yakubu criticized the lack of tangible progress in Ghana’s football during the Akufo-Addo era, particularly citing the Black Stars’ failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) — a historic low for the team after 20 years of consistent appearances.

In an interview with Asempa FM, Yakubu emphasized the urgent need for strong leadership at the Ministry of Youth and Sports, arguing that Ghana’s football development hinges on having a minister with the vision and expertise to make a real impact.

“The current government appointed two sports ministers in eight years. What have they done? We need a sports minister who is very serious and can take our football to a different level,” he said.

With the Black Stars struggling in international competitions and Ghana’s domestic football facing numerous challenges, Yakubu hopes that Mahama’s administration will take bold steps to appoint someone capable of revitalizing the sport and restoring the country’s footballing pride.