Ghana Football Association president Kurt Okraku has refused to confirm whether he will run for a third term in 2027. The GFA leader's potential bid is a major topic as the Black Stars navigate a challenging World Cup qualifying campaign, where they currently sit third with four points from three games. This story was first reported by GBC Ghana Online.
Okraku was directly asked about his plans this week. He gave a simple response. "I don’t know," he said. "When the time comes, I will speak." The next GFA presidential election is scheduled for 2027, which is 18 months away. The elective General Assembly will follow the 31st Ordinary Session of Congress in Prampram.
Who can challenge Kurt Okraku?
Two prominent figures have already been linked with potential bids to oppose Okraku. Former GFA vice-president George Afriyie, who was disqualified by the Election Committee ahead of the 2023 vote, has stated he will oppose Okraku's third-term bid. In a surprising twist, current Black Stars captain André Ayew is also being mentioned as a potential candidate. Reports suggest former Nigeria star John Mikel Obi is prepared to campaign for Ayew if he decides to run.
The political maneuvering comes at a sensitive time for the national team. Ghana's form has been poor, with the team losing its last three matches. Their most recent result was a 1-0 defeat to Colombia on July 4th. You can review the team's recent results and upcoming schedule on our fixtures page.
What changed the term limits?
Okraku's eligibility for a third term stems from a constitutional amendment passed by the GFA Congress in August 2025. The change increased the presidential term limit from two four-year terms to three terms. The vote was decisive, with 114 members in favour, six against, and three abstaining. Okraku was first elected in 2019 and successfully re-elected in 2023. This amendment means he is legally eligible to contest the 2027 election and could potentially remain in office until 2031.
How does this affect the Black Stars?
The leadership uncertainty coincides with a difficult period on the pitch. Ghana's recent form shows zero wins, two draws, and three losses in their last five outings. They have scored only two goals this season while conceding two, leaving them with a zero goal difference. In the World Cup qualifying group, they are three points behind leaders England. The full table is available on our standings page.
This off-field speculation adds another layer of complexity for a squad trying to regain its footing. The team's immediate focus must be on improving performances, with key players needing to step up. Fans can track individual player contributions via our stats section. The next GFA Congress is set for Prampram, where the electoral process will formally begin.
