GFA Approves 12-Year Limit for President

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has approved a constitutional amendment to extend the presidential term limit from two terms to three, allowing a president to serve for up to 12 years.

The decision was made during the GFA’s 31st Ordinary Congress held at Prampram. Mandated by Article 31(2) of the GFA Statutes (2019), the Congress is held annually before the football season to review progress, present financial and activity reports, and plan future strategies for Ghanaian football.

Delegates representing all 124 members of the Congress gathered to discuss key issues affecting football governance in the country. One of the main agenda items was the proposal to increase the presidential term limit. The change, which has reportedly been approved by FIFA and is consistent with the statutes of both FIFA and the Confederation of African Football (CAF), was put to a vote.

Out of 123 delegates present, 114 voted in favor of the amendment, six voted against it, and three abstained. The 114 votes in favor represented 91.9% of the total, far above the 75% approval threshold required by the GFA’s rules.

Supporters of the amendment believe it will provide greater stability and continuity in the GFA’s leadership, giving presidents more time to implement long-term plans and strategies for developing football in Ghana. The extended term could allow a president to serve three four-year terms, amounting to 12 years in office.

This change could directly affect current GFA President Kurt Okraku, who has completed one term and is currently in his second, with two years remaining. If re-elected, he could serve an additional term under the new rules.

The Congress also discussed other matters related to the growth of football in the country, reaffirming its commitment to aligning Ghanaian football governance with international standards.