Hearts of Oak board member Dr. Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe has expressed strong disapproval of the Ghana Football Association’s (GFA) decision to extend the presidential term limit from two to three terms.
During the GFA’s 31st Ordinary Congress on Tuesday, delegates voted overwhelmingly to approve the amendment to the association’s statutes. Out of 124 members present, 114 voted in favour, six opposed, and three abstained. The change now allows a GFA president to serve a maximum of 12 years instead of eight.
Speaking in an interview with Joy FM, Dr. Nyaho-Tamakloe described the move as a “shameful act” and hinted at possible legal action.
“What has happened today is a very shameful act by the FA. I’m deeply disturbed because it appears people can toy with a constitution and nothing will be done.
“These things are done for personal interest, and that is exactly what has happened. Legally, this amendment can be challenged on several grounds,” he said.
The outspoken football administrator has long been a critic of leadership decisions he believes undermine transparency and good governance in Ghana football.
GFA President Kurt Okraku is yet to confirm whether he will seek a third term under the new rules, but the overwhelming support for the proposal suggests that most stakeholders are comfortable with the extended tenure.
