The president-elect of the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC), Richard Akpokavie Esq with other executives has paid a courtesy call on the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Dr. Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu, last Friday to seek his blessings and prayers as they begin their four-year mandate.
He formally introduced himself and his team to the Chief Imam, emphasizing their desire for spiritual support, advice and divine guidance throughout their term. He reaffirmed the committee’s commitment to elevating sports in Ghana, stating that with the necessary support from government and stakeholders, the GOC was poised to take Ghanaian sports to greater heights.
Sheikh Dr. Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu, the 106-year-old Islamic spiritual leader of Ghana warmly received the delegation. He offered his heartfelt prayers for the newly elected team, invoking God’s blessings, guidance and protection for a successful and impactful term in office.
Speaking to the media after the meeting, Mr. Akpokavie expressed his profound gratitude to the delegates for their confidence and trust. He reiterated his team’s commitment to working diligently to advance Ghana’s sporting agenda.
Other executives who accompanied the President-elect includes: the 1st Vice President, Mr. Mawuko Afadzinu, Secretary General, Mr. Mohammed Muniru and the Treasurer, Mr. Evans Yeboah.
Board Members were; Mr. Nathaniel Johnson, Mr. George Tettey, Mr. Kamal Sulley, Mr. George Owusu Ansah (Nana Adu Mankata II) and Mr. George Lamptey.
Also, in attendance were; the Secretary General of Ghana Cycling Federation, Mr. Shaaban Mohammed, President of Ghana Armwrestling Federation, Mr. Charles Osei Asibey and Vice President of Ghana Chess Association, Madam Christiana Ashley.
The Ghana Olympic Committee, which represents all Olympic sports federations in Ghana and supervises the Commonwealth Games, held its elections peacefully on 26th April 2025. The newly elected leadership will steer the Committee’s affairs for four years.
The visit to the National Chief Imam marks a significant step in the GOC’s broader engagement strategy with key national stakeholders, reinforcing the role of sports as a vital tool for youth empowerment, job creation and national health.
Emmanuel Quarshie Ashong, ISD
