The Ministry of Sports and Recreation has finally settled the long-standing salary arrears owed to former Black Stars head coach Charles Kwablan (CK) Akonnor and his assistant David Duncan.
CK Akonnor, who was relieved of his duties in September 2021, had been awaiting payment of outstanding salaries and bonuses following his dismissal.
His exit came after a disappointing start to the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, although he had successfully led Ghana to qualification for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon.
After prolonged delays and back-and-forth negotiations, the Ministry has fulfilled its obligation by paying $120,000 to Akonnor after four years.
Assistant coach David Duncan has also received a $40,000 payment, although reports suggest he is still owed an additional sum.
The development comes as part of a broader effort by the Ministry to clear outstanding payments owed to both current and former technical staff of the national teams.
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