GPL: Respected James Essilfie leaves Medeama SC CEO role after 13 years

Medeama Chief Executive Officer [CEO], James Essilfie has left his role after 13 years with the club.

Mr Essilfie resigned from his role on Friday, two days before the side's trip to Techiman Eleven Wonders in the matchday three games of the 2021/22 Ghana Premier League games.

Essilfie's resignation has opened up a can of worm amid a reported confusion that has hit the club's top hierarchy in recent months.

"It has been the greatest privilege to serve Medeama Sporting Club for 13 wonderful years," Essilfie said as reported by Tarkwa based Space FM.

"However, I have always been conscious of the fact that, as a member of staff, I was always just a temporary custodian of this marvellous institution.

"I worked with an amazing and hardworking staff who will continue to raise the image of this great club high.

"I am extremely grateful to the president, board, management and supporters for their unflinching support over the years. It has been ups and downs, but I will cherish every memory for the rest of my life.

"It's an appropriate time for someone to pick up the baton and continue to serve this badge."

During his tenure, the Mauve and Yellows won two FA Cup titles and played in the CAF Confederation Cup on two occasions, featuring in the group stage in 2016.

He has been instrumental in the enviable brand and image of the Tarkwa-based side.

Prior to his appointment at the club, he was an engineer at Consar Limited and worked as a supervisor at Taysec Construction Limited.

He is also a former engineer at Desimone Construction Limited and a consultant at Civil works.