Coaches of Ghana's senior national football team, the Black Stars, have gone without pay for the past nine months, causing significant distress among the technical staff. Reports from credible sources within both the football community and the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) reveal that the coaches have been starved of their salaries for nearly an entire year, despite their ongoing efforts to guide the team.
The situation has sparked frustration and disbelief, especially as it comes to light that the government has allocated $1.1 billion for the purchase of presidential jets, yet neglected the basic welfare of the Black Stars' coaching staff. A source within the NDC expressed astonishment over this discrepancy, raising concerns that the president may be unaware of the hardships the coaches are enduring in their commitment to ensuring the team performs well.
With the World Cup draw just hours away, the issue is becoming even more urgent. As Ghana prepares to compete on the global stage, the lack of financial support for the coaches could have serious repercussions for the team’s performance. Despite the coaches' tireless work, many feel that they are being treated unfairly, as though they had begged for the job, rather than being valued professionals entrusted with the national team's success.
This ongoing situation has prompted several voices within the football community to demand action. International journalist Raman Osman has called on the government not to blame the coaches if the team's performance falls short of expectations, arguing that no one can deliver results while struggling to meet basic needs.
There are now growing calls for the Sports Minister to take immediate action and secure the necessary funds to address this issue. If unable to do so, critics argue, it may be time for someone else to step in and ensure the well-being of the Black Stars' staff as they approach this crucial international competition.
Source: MyNewsGh.com
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