Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kwesi Nyantakyi has vehemently refuted claims that he is spiritually responsible for the decline of the Black Stars. These accusations were made by Prophet Samuel Agyarkwah, also known as Akwankyerɛ Papa, who alleged that a former GFA president had placed a spiritual curse on Ghanaian football to prevent his successors from succeeding.
Prophet Agyarkwah claimed that the ex-president had “tied” Ghana football in the Northern Region to ensure that he remains a prominent figure in the country’s football history. However, Nyantakyi dismissed these allegations as unfounded during an interview with JoySports, stating that the GFA belongs to all Ghanaians and that it would be absurd for him to engage in such spiritual machinations.
Nyantakyi highlighted the comprehensive plans and policies implemented during his administration to develop football at all levels, not just focusing on the Black Stars. He emphasized the efforts made to promote governance, marketing, youth football, women’s football, player and referee development, among other aspects of the sport. He also criticized individuals who exploit football for personal gain under the guise of prophecy, accusing them of peddling nonsense to gain attention.
In a disappointing turn of events, the Black Stars, under the leadership of Otto Addo, recently failed to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, which is set to be held in Morocco. The team performed poorly in Group F, failing to secure a single victory and missing out on the tournament for the first time in two decades.
Despite the setback, Nyantakyi remains steadfast in his denial of any spiritual interference in Ghanaian football. He continues to uphold the integrity of his administration’s efforts to develop the sport and ensure that it benefits all Ghanaians.
