Kofi Adams Advocates for Player Allowances to Combat Talent Exodus in the Ghana Premier League
Minister of Sports and Recreation designate, Kofi Adams, has announced that discussions are underway to provide financial assistance for players in Ghana’s Premier Football League.
Addressing the Appointments Committee of Parliament, Adams highlighted that low wages are a significant issue facing the league, contributing to the exodus of talent and a noticeable decline in star quality.
“The low earnings remain one of the many problems that burden the Ghana Premier League,” Adams stated. He emphasized that retaining top Ghanaian players is a critical focus of ongoing discussions, with the possibility of offering stipends to help keep them in the country.
“We talked about giving them allowances so we can retain a number of our players,” he explained. “Some of them leave the shores of this country to play in war-torn countries just because their earnings are so low. The whole idea is to retain players by giving them stipends. We think it will go a long way to improve the league.”
If confirmed in his role, Adams will face the daunting challenge of revitalizing an industry that is currently in a state of stagnation, both at the national and club levels. He will also need to balance the needs of lesser-funded sports disciplines that compete for his attention and resources.
Adams’ commitment to addressing the financial struggles of Ghanaian football players could be a crucial step towards enhancing the overall quality of the league, potentially making it more attractive to both fans and players alike.
