World Cup Visa Scandal: There is no ‘justification’ to dismiss me – Kofi Adams
Yaw Ampofo Ankrah has already been suspended as National Sports Authority (NSA) boss, and further heads are expected to roll at the Sports Ministry as the Presidency is set to launch a probe into the matter, JoySports can confirm.
Minister for Sports and Recreation Kofi Adams has rejected calls for his dismissal in relation to an alleged visa scandal surrounding Ghana's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to Adams, there is no basis for his dismissal as he maintains that no government money was lost and his ministry was not involved in the visa arrangements until a specific letter was received on May 19.
The controversy revolves around the payment of between $10,000 and $15,000 by about 90 individuals for visa assistance, but only five of them managed to secure visas for the tournament held in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. The Minority in Parliament has called for Adams' removal, but he insists that he was unaware of the financial dealings until the May letter came to light and denies any prior involvement.
NSA Director-General Yaw Ampofo Ankrah has already been suspended pending investigations, and further heads may be lost as the Presidency prepares to launch an inquiry into the matter.
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