At the heart of Ghanaian football’s transformation, a significant milestone was reached on March 4, 2025, as the Ghana Football Association (GFA) hosted the first-ever FIFA Club Professionalisation and Management Programme for Ghana Premier League clubs. Held at the prestigious Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram, the two-day workshop brought together top club executives to shape the future of club governance and management.

General Secretary Prosper Harrison Addo, Esq., in his opening remarks, underscored the programme’s critical role in enhancing the professional structure of Ghanaian clubs. He urged participants to fully engage with the sessions, highlighting how the initiative would equip clubs with the tools to improve governance, strengthen management structures, and ensure long-term sustainability.

Leading the sessions was Pedro Manuel Correia Miranda, a renowned FIFA Experience Instructor and Consultant, supported by a high-profile FIFA delegation. The team included Solomon Mudege, Head of FIFA Development Programmes – Africa, Marcos Picallo Aguilar, FIFA Senior Professional Football Manager, and Silmara Sousa, MA Regional Coordinator for FIFA Development Programmes. Their expertise provided club executives with invaluable insights into modern football management.

This initiative aligns with FIFA’s broader vision of professionalising club football across the globe. By creating a platform for knowledge-sharing, networking, and skill-building, the programme empowers Ghana Premier League clubs to meet the evolving demands of modern football.

As the workshop continues through March 5, 2025, participating clubs are set to gain not just theoretical knowledge but also practical strategies to elevate Ghanaian football to new heights. This marks a crucial step in ensuring the league’s long-term growth, strengthening its clubs, and positioning Ghana as a powerhouse in African football.