Samson Awiah elected Ghana Cricket Association President, pledges nationwide representation
Former national team all‑rounder Samson Awiah won the GCA presidency with 11 votes out of 25 ballots
In Brief
- •Former national team all‑rounder Samson Awiah won the GCA presidency with 11 votes out of 25 ballots
- •He defeated incumbent Emmanuel Owusu‑Ansah Asare (9 votes) and Prince Eugene King (5 votes)
- •Awiah pledged to decentralise cricket and ensure national team selection reflects all regions
- •Vice‑president Samuel Nana Ekow Biney Asamoah was elected with 17 votes, defeating incumbent Oscar Nii‑Adza Provencal (8 votes)
- •Board members Devasia Shijo, Nihal Abbas Ali Safi, Vinod Punnackal were elected; treasurer Angela Cassandra Allotey retained her post with 21 votes
Why It Matters
The election of Samson Awiah marks a shift toward greater regional inclusion in Ghanaian cricket. By prioritising grassroots development and ensuring that national team players come from all regions, the new leadership aims to broaden the talent pool and promote equitable opportunities across the country. This could strengthen Ghana’s competitiveness in international tournaments and foster national unity through sport.
Key Details
- President Election
- Samson Awiah
- Votes Received
- 11 out of 25
- Vice‑President Election
- Samuel Nana Ekow Biney Asamoah
- Vice‑President Votes
- 17 out of 25
- Election Date
- 2026-10-24
- Venue
- Cantonments Police Station Mosque, Accra
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