With just days to go before the resumption of the Ghana Premier League on March 7, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) Club Licensing Committee has rejected six stadiums following its latest inspection, citing safety and security concerns.

Among the affected venues is the iconic Baba Yara Stadium, home to Asante Kotoko, which has been deemed unfit due to the lack of a designated safe zone. If the issues are not addressed promptly, the Porcupine Warriors could be forced to play home games away from Kumasi—posing financial and logistical challenges.

The University of Ghana Stadium, used by Hearts of Oak, Legon Cities, and Accra Lions, also failed to meet safety requirements. Other rejected venues include Berekum Chelsea’s Golden City Park, Basake Holy Stars’ AAK Ampanian Stadium in Nzema, and Young Apostles’ Wenchi Sports Stadium.

Affected clubs must either secure alternative venues or implement necessary safety improvements to comply with GFA regulations. The crackdown follows the introduction of the GFA’s Enhanced Matchday Safety and Security Protocols 2025, prompted by recent security concerns, including the tragic stabbing of an Asante Kotoko fan in Nsoatre earlier this month.

With strict sanctions in place for non-compliance, clubs must act swiftly to meet the required standards, as the GFA maintains its stance that safety cannot be compromised.