A major bombshell is set to rock the Ghana national beach team as top clubs have petitioned the Ghana Football Association (GFA), calling for the immediate suspension of Kusi Gyamfi Awere and two other officials who are reportedly under investigation by the Ghana Police CID.
The clubs are seeking the intervention of the GFA President through the General Secretary, arguing that allowing officials facing criminal investigations to remain in their positions could raise concerns about transparency, accountability and the administration of the sport.
In their petition, the clubs have outlined their concerns especially over Gyamfi Kusi Awere who is the man at the centre of the whole World Cup visa scandal. It is alleged that Kusi Awere collected money from over 100 people to assist them in securing visas through an agency called Tribe. The Beach Soccer Stakeholders have urged the FA to take steps to protect the integrity of the sand sport.
The development comes at a time when questions surrounding the administration of beach soccer have attracted growing attention among stakeholders, with calls for restructuring and reforms within the discipline.
The clubs believe that an administrative measure, including a temporary suspension of the officials concerned until investigations are completed, would help protect the credibility of the FA. They also argue that it would aid ongoing processes and prevent any potential interference with investigations.
The clubs have called on the GFA President to ensure that the matter is handled independently and transparently, with all parties given the opportunity to respond to the allegations against them.
The GFA, as the governing body responsible for football administration in Ghana, is expected to consider the concerns raised by the clubs in accordance with its statutes and disciplinary regulations.
However, any decision to suspend the officials would have to follow the Association’s established procedures, while ensuring that the rights of those involved are respected.
The situation has renewed discussions about the need to strengthen governance structures within Ghana Beach Soccer and restore confidence among clubs, administrators and other stakeholders.
Beach soccer remains an important part of Ghana’s football development, with the country having invested considerable effort in promoting the discipline and providing opportunities for players to compete at domestic and international levels.
Stakeholders are therefore expected to closely monitor the GFA’s response to the petition, particularly as the matter could have implications for the leadership and future direction of the sport.
The petition also presents an opportunity for the GFA to demonstrate its commitment to accountability and good governance while ensuring that investigations are allowed to proceed without interference.
As the situation develops, attention will remain on the Association’s next steps and whether it will grant the clubs’ request for the temporary suspension of the officials concerned pending the outcome of the investigations.
