The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has come under scrutiny after reportedly awarding a GHC 5.1 million bus procurement deal to a company linked to the Chief of Staff, raising serious concerns over conflict of interest. Despite the hefty contract, reports indicate that the buses remain unregistered and unused, further fueling public outrage.
According to sources, the deal was intended to provide buses for local football clubs to ease transportation challenges. However, the decision to award the contract to a company associated with the Chief of Staff has sparked criticism, with many questioning the transparency and fairness of the procurement process.
Critics argue that such a deal creates a conflict of interest, as government officials or their affiliates should not be benefiting from state-related contracts, especially when public funds are involved. Some have also accused the GFA of favoritism and a lack of due diligence in awarding the contract.
Further investigations reveal that although the buses have been delivered, they remain unregistered and idle, raising concerns over mismanagement and waste of resources. Many football clubs that were supposed to benefit from the initiative are yet to receive any support, deepening frustrations among stakeholders in the sports industry.
Football analysts and governance experts have called on the GFA to provide full disclosure on the contract, including the selection process and reasons for the delayed registration of the buses. Some have also urged the government and anti-corruption bodies to look into the matter to ensure accountability.
Meanwhile, the GFA has yet to officially respond to the allegations, but insiders claim that the association followed the necessary procedures in awarding the contract. However, with growing public scrutiny, many are demanding a thorough investigation to determine whether there was any wrongdoing.
The controversy adds to the long-standing concerns over transparency in sports administration in Ghana. With the country’s football sector already facing challenges, stakeholders believe that such issues only hinder development and trust in the system.
As pressure mounts, it remains to be seen whether the GFA will address the concerns or if further action will be taken by oversight institutions to ensure proper accountability in the use of public funds.
Source: YEN.COM