{
  "id": 14738965,
  "title": "2026 World Cup visa scandal: Parliament must summon Sports Minister, GTA CEO - NPP",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/2026-world-cup-visa-scandal-parliament-must-summon-sports-minister",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-15T16:23:39.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "3News",
    "slug": "3news",
    "url": "https://3news.com/news/2026-world-cup-visa-scandal-parliament-must-summon-sports-minister-gta-ceo-npp"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has demanded a parliamentary probe into alleged visa fraud linked to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, urging Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams and Ghana Tourism Authority CEO to testify. The party also seeks a public inquiry, release of all related agreements and correspondence, and a deadline for completing investigations. NPP Director of Communications Dennis Miracles Aboagye stated that Parliament's Youth and Sports Committee must uncover the facts and identify those responsible. He emphasized that a parliamentary inquiry would restore confidence among Ghana's international partners and hold accountable anyone found guilty. Additionally, the NPP wants the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to disclose its dealings with the US and Canadian embassies and steps to prevent repercussions for Ghanaian travelers. The party also seeks documentation, including the memorandum of understanding between the National Sports Authority and Tribe Culture FEST, GTA's agreement with a company, submitted lists, and a May 28, 2026, letter from the Foreign Affairs Ministry. The party raised concerns about individuals who allegedly paid for visa and travel assistance and urged the state to protect these applicants, who may have relied on public institutions' credibility. They want the state to provide a clear timeline for the investigation and publish a final report once it is finished, stating that unresolved matters for an extended period could deepen public suspicion and raise concerns about a possible cover-up.",
  "summary": "The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has called for a parliamentary investigation into alleged visa fraud involving arrangements for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, demanding that Sports Minister and GTA CEO be summoned to explain their roles.",
  "key_points": [
    "NPP demands parliamentary probe into alleged 2026 World Cup visa fraud.",
    "Sports Minister Kofi Adams and GTA CEO to testify before Parliament.",
    "Inquiry seeks release of agreements, correspondence, and investigation timeline."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}