Former Databank CEO Kojo Addae-Mensah has urged the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to prioritize unity within the football fraternity to ensure the Black Stars secure a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Addae-Mensah, who was part of the search committee that appointed current Black Stars coach Otto Addo, expressed concern over the division in Ghanaian football.
He aligned with sentiments previously shared by football administrator Wilfred Osei Kwaku, popularly known as “Palmer,” regarding the detrimental effects of disunity on the national team.
In an interview on Asempa FM, Addae-Mensah highlighted the importance of a united front: “I agree with the sentiments shared by Kwesi Nyantakyi. I’ve heard they are trying to reconstitute the Black Stars management committee, and that’s a good step. What Palmer is saying is in the area of unity. Others like Abdul Salam Yakubu, Moses Foh-Amoaning, and others have also made calls to emphasise the need for unity in Ghanaian football.”
He pointed out that under the tenure of former GFA President Kwesi Nyantakyi, Ghana consistently qualified for the World Cup due to the unity within the football space.
Addae-Mensah urged the Ghana FA to strengthen the Black Stars’ management and technical departments to avoid repeating mistakes made during the recent Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.
“Football needs unity, and we need unity,” he emphasized. “Both the management and technical side need strengthening. If not, we risk missing out on the World Cup. We must reflect on where we got it wrong during the AFCON qualifiers and make the necessary corrections to ensure qualification for the World Cup.”
Addae-Mensah’s comments echo growing calls from stakeholders within Ghanaian football, who believe a unified approach is key to reviving the fortunes of the Black Stars on the global stage.