Former Western Regional FA boss Kojo Yankah ready to contest Kurt Okraku for GFA presidency - Reports

Former Western Regional Football Association Chairman, Kojo Yankah, will make a declaration to run for the Ghana Football Association (GFA) presidency, Accra-based Onua FM has reported.

According to the reports, Mr Yankah will make the declaration on June 6. The experienced football administrator feels he is ready to lead Ghana football with elections expected to be held in October.

Yankah held various roles within the GFA during the presidency of Kwesi Nyantakyi. He is famously remembered for his role as a Black Stars management committee member.

Yankah, known for his outspoken nature, successfully served as the chairman of the Western Region Football Association for eight years following the tenure of the late Lee Yankey. Additionally, he held a position as an Executive Committee member of the GFA.

With his imminent announcement, Yankah will become the second candidate to emerge in the race for the GFA presidency, challenging the incumbent Kurt Okraku, who is seeking re-election.