The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has reassured the public that it is closely monitoring developments in the Middle East amid growing concerns for the safety of the Black Queens, who are currently in the region preparing for an international tournament. In a show of leadership, GFA President Kurt Okraku met with the team to encourage calm and reaffirm the Association’s unwavering support.
He emphasised that over the past 24 to 48 hours, the GFA has engaged key stakeholders—including Ghana’s mission in the United Arab Emirates, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Association’s security advisers—to assess the situation and determine the best course of action. Additionally, the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, and the Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, have both reached out to the team, extending the nation’s solidarity during this period.
The GFA has urged the public to remain calm as it continues to monitor the situation, assuring stakeholders that updates will be provided should there be any further developments. The Black Queens have been in the United Arab Emirates for the past week as part of their preparations for the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
Source: William Narh
