Akufo-Addo touted a few of the successes chalked by his authorities in sports activities, pointing to the astroturf pitches constructed throughout the nation.
He additionally commented on the dwindling fortunes of the male nationwide workforce, with Ghana exiting the group stage of every of their final three main tournaments.
The President was, nonetheless, assured that the Black Stars would rise and shine once more by means of dedication and persistence.
“Results became evident to us and the world. It takes time, dedication and patience. We cannot harvest where we have not planted. I have no doubt at all that the Black Stars will rise and make us all proud again,” Akufo-Addo stated.
The Black Stars had been unable to advance to the knockout stage of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) within the Ivory Coast after ending behind each Cape Verde and Egypt in Group B.
Chris Hughton’s facet didn’t win a single recreation on the match, with a loss to Cape Verde and attracts towards Egypt and Mozambique sealing their destiny.
The workforce’s disappointing exit led to the axing of Hughton and the disbandment of the Black Stars’ whole technical employees.
Meanwhile, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) is at present looking for a brand new head coach for the Black Stars.