Dormaahene Osagyefo Oseadeeyo Agyemang Badu Il says he is impressed with the gains made so far under the leadership of the Ghana Football Association capo, Kurt Okraku.The traditional ruler, who owns Ghana Premier League outfit Aduana Stars was in full of praise of Okraku for his transformational leadership since assuming office back in 2019.He comment comes after Okraku and his entourage visited the traditional ruler to discuss the development of football in the country.Okraku seized the opportunity the brief the traditional ruler about the GFA's activities in the Brong Ahafo region, including the "Meet The Press" series and stakeholder engagements last week."I want to thank you for the visit. You have brought a lot of innovations to the administration of our game and I am confident that we'll reap the results in due course.""Ghanaians must understand that the so-called minnows have also caught up with the known powerhouses in football including Ghana and so we must be patient with our steady growth and development.""I have taken notice of the rapidity with which judicial decisions are delivered. The era of delayed judgements is now a thing of the past and that, for me, is welcoming....

Owner and chief supporter of Aduana Stars, Osagyefo Oseadeeyo Agyeman Badu II, has expressed confidence in the President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, to drive positive change in Ghanaian football.During a courtesy visit by Okraku to his palace in Dormaa Ahenkro on Saturday, August 10, Agyeman Badu II commended the GFA President for his efforts since taking office in 2019, following the 'Number 12' scandal that had put Ghanaian football on hold and disrupted local leagues.Agyeman Badu II acknowledged the progress made under Okraku’s leadership, noting that while significant improvements have been observed, there is still potential for further development."I’ve been following the strides being made at the GFA, and you’re doing a commendable job. With the support of your Executive Council and staff, you have the potential to elevate Ghanaian football to new heights," he stated.He emphasized that while changes have been evident, continued focus and unity are essential for further advancement."We appreciate your leadership and hope you will guide us to even greater success. There’s always room for improvement, and with your continued efforts, I believe we can achieve our goals," Agyeman Badu II added.Kurt Okraku was re-elected as...

Attacker Kwadwo Obeng Jr. has said he is convinced about his chances of succeeding at Heart of Lions. Obeng Jr has joined the Kpando-based side on a two-year deal ahead of the new 2024/25 Ghana Premier League season after leaving Hearts of Oak.Speaking in an interview, the 25-year-old expressed his excitement after joining the side and added that he hopes to repay the side in a bigger way."Heart of Lions have warmly welcomed me. The players and the technical team are excited to have me and I hope to repay them in a bigger way," Obeng Jr told Asempa FM as monitored by Footballghana.com.The former Nea Salamina attacker also praised the tactical prowess of veteran trainer, Bashir Hayford."Bashir Hayford is an experienced coach, and working with him will help me as a player," he said."I am ready for the challenge, and I know I'll make it here," he added.Obeng Jr joined Heart of Lions after his proposed move to a South African club collapsed.Heart of Lions will open their new Ghana Premier League season with an away game against Aduana Stars at the Nana Agyemang Badu Park in Dormaa.