Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Iddie Adams has called for a fundamental rebuilding of Ghana football, arguing that the country needs to move beyond cosmetic reforms and implement changes that produce measurable improvements across the football ecosystem.

The Minister made the call at the Ghana Football Association’s 32nd Ordinary Congress on Thursday at Prampram at the Ghanaman Soccer of Excellence, where he stressed the need for a comprehensive approach to addressing the challenges confronting the sport.

“At some point, we must accept that Ghana football requires rebuilding. Not cosmetic changes, not another scattered competition, workshop or programme that exists beautifully on paper but cannot be seen in the development of the player, the strength of the club, the quality of the league or the connection with the supporters,” the Buem MP said.

Adams’ comments come amid growing discussions about the direction of Ghana football and the need to strengthen the structures supporting player development, clubs and domestic competitions.

According to the sports minister, reforms must be judged by their impact rather than simply by the number of programmes, competitions or initiatives introduced.

He believes Ghana football needs a coordinated rebuilding process capable of producing tangible results at different levels of the game.

A key area of concern is player development, with Adams indicating that programmes and policies must ultimately translate into better opportunities and improved development pathways for young footballers.

The emphasis on player development also highlights the importance of strengthening the structures that identify, train and prepare the next generation of Ghanaian talent.

The minister also pointed to the strength of clubs as another critical component of the rebuilding process. Stronger and better-managed clubs, he suggested, are necessary for a healthier football environment and a more competitive domestic game.

The quality of the domestic league is equally central to the proposed rebuilding. Ghana’s league remains an important platform for developing local talent, providing opportunities for coaches and players while serving as the foundation for the country’s national teams.

Improving its competitiveness and overall standard would therefore be crucial to any long-term football development strategy.

Adams also highlighted the relationship between football and its supporters. Beyond what happens on the pitch, he believes rebuilding the game must restore and strengthen the connection between clubs, the national football structures and fans.