Ekow Amoasi writes: GHC1m is welcome, but Ghana Premier League’s biggest problem remains unsolved ahead of new campaign

In the 32nd Ordinary Congress of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), the president, Kurt Okraku, declared that each Ghana Premier League club will receive GHC1 million for the upcoming season, with the league winner taking home GHC3 million. This financial support package totals GHC9.5 million for clubs. The announcement came as the GFA outlined its financial assistance ahead of the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season, following a similar intervention during the 2025/26 campaign.

While the government's support is welcomed by clubs struggling with rising participation costs, many observers argue that the league must become self-sustaining and generate sufficient revenue to support its stakeholders. However, the GFA has yet to secure a headline sponsor for the Ghana Premier League, a concern given the strong investment in Ghana football by various companies.

Despite financial relief, clubs continue to face numerous challenges, including declining fan interest, inadequate marketing, allegations of match manipulation, poor officiating, substandard playing surfaces, governance issues, and a decline in playing quality.