Ghanaian football administrator Alhaji Grusah has levelled strong criticism against Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku, describing him as an “autocratic leader” whose approach is hindering the development of Ghanaian football.
Grusah, the owner of Kumasi King Faisal FC, argued that Okraku has stifled collaboration within the Executive Council, alleging that he rarely gives other members the opportunity to share their perspectives on key issues.
“Kurt Okraku is an autocratic leader who does not allow other members of the ExCo to speak,” Grusah claimed. “He came to sell his players, not to grow the game.”
Echoing the sentiments of GHALCA Chairman Kudjoe Fianoo, Grusah voiced his support for Fianoo, warning that he would respond to any attempts to silence him.
His comments come as frustrations simmer among some stakeholders within Ghanaian football, who feel that the current administration’s approach is undermining the country’s performance on the international stage.
Grusah pointed to Ghana’s recent dip in the FIFA rankings as a clear sign of what he sees as a decline under Okraku’s leadership.
“The current FIFA ranking is clear proof that Ghanaian football under Kurt Okraku has been regressing,” he stated. “If I had authority, I would have fired Kurt Okraku by now.”
These remarks highlight a growing unease within Ghana’s football community, as the Black Stars face a critical test in their upcoming AFCON qualifiers.
To secure a place in the tournament, the Black Stars must defeat Angola and Niger in their final Group F matches next month.
