Ghanaian football giants Asante Kotoko and Accra Hearts of Oak have issued a joint statement calling for urgent reforms in the Ghana Premier League, including the establishment of an independent body to manage the competition.
In the statement, signed by Nana Apinkra Akwasi Awua and Togbe Afede XIV, the two clubs emphasised the need for an autonomous league management body to take over the running of the league from the Ghana Football Association (GFA) as soon as possible. â€
Among their key demands, Kotoko and Hearts are pushing for stricter adherence to stadium requirements, insisting that matches should only be played at venues that meet the necessary standards. They are also calling for an increased percentage of TV rights revenue to be allocated to clubs.
Security at league matches was another major concern raised. The two clubs proposed a minimum of 100 police officers for Category A and B matches, along with at least 20 military personnel at Category A games. Additionally, they stressed that security personnel should not be drawn from the locality where matches are being played to ensure neutrality.
Kotoko and Hearts are also advocating for automatic representation on the GFA Executive Council (ExCo) to ensure their voices are heard in key decision-making processes.
These proposals, along with other recommendations outlined in their statement, reflect the clubs’ commitment to improving the structure, security, and financial sustainability of Ghanaian football.
The statement is expected to spark discussions within the football fraternity as stakeholders deliberate on the future of the league.
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