Asante Kotoko’s Interim Management Committee (IMC) Chairman, Nana Apinkra, has issued a strong warning to the Ghana Football Association (GFA), stating that the club will not resume football activities unless their proposals are fully addressed.
Speaking during a meeting between Kotoko and the GFA in Kumasi , the first since the tragic murder of Nana Pooley, Nana Apinkra reiterated the club’s stance, emphasizing the need for serious reforms before returning to the pitch.
Following the incident in Nsoatre, Kotoko suspended all football-related activities and, together with Hearts of Oak, submitted a list of recommendations to the GFA.
These include an Autonomous League Management, Enhanced Security Measures, Automatic Representation on the GFA Executive Council, and a Fair Share of TV Rights.
“As for the GFA, we already know you take us for granted, but from now on, whether you like it or not, you will respect us. Kotoko and Hearts cannot be ignored. All we are asking for are better security measures,” Nana Apinkra stated.He further stressed that Kotoko is not against playing football but will only return when their concerns are addressed.
“Even today, if you respond to our proposals, we will play. But until then, count us out because we cannot sit back and watch another life lost. We will go to every length necessary to get to the bottom of this matter.”
