World Cup visa saga: Tribe Culture Fest rejects Sports Minister’s allegation of receiving $611,000 from individuals
Tribe Culture Fest and CEO Nana Boateng Gyimah denied receiving $611,000 from private individuals amid a World Cup visa controversy.
In Brief
- •Tribe Culture Fest and CEO Nana Boateng Gyimah denied receiving $611,000 from private individuals amid a World Cup visa controversy.
- •The organisation claims all payments were institutional, with $3,000 and $2,000 charged for event logistics, travel, and security services to the National Sports Authority and Ghana Tourism Authority.
- •Individuals reportedly paid between $14,000 and $20,000 to NSA officials for visa promises, but no evidence links those funds to Tribe Culture Fest.
- •Gyimah called for verifiable evidence of any payments, receipts, or agreements before any refund is demanded.
- •The denial follows allegations from Sports Minister Kofi Adams and raises questions about visa processing for Ghana’s World Cup squad.
Why It Matters
The allegations touch on the integrity of Ghana’s visa arrangements for the 2026 World Cup, potentially undermining public trust in the Sports Ministry and related agencies. If proven, the scandal could affect the country’s ability to secure visas for players and staff, jeopardising its participation and reputation on the global stage.
Key Details
- Alleged Amount
- $611,000
- CEO Name
- Nana Boateng Gyimah
- Charged Amounts
- $3,000 and $2,000
- Individuals Payment Range
- $14,000–$20,000
- Press Conference Date
- 2026-10-18
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