He said this at a time when the GFA’s involvement in the Black Queens success at the 2024 Women’s AFCON in Morocco has been questioned by many in the sports sector attributing it to the Black Queens’ determination.

Ghana’s National Women’s Football Team, the Black Queens, finished third at the CAF Women’s AFCON after beating South Africa on penalties.

GFA President Kurt Okraku and GFA Vice President Mark Addo (middle) with Black Queens Photo Courtesy: GFA

“The Black Queens performance in Morocco did not just happen by accident. It’s as a result of many factors including meticulous planning by the GFA. I have worked very closely with the GFA and I know what they’ve put in in terms of promotion of women’s football” he said.

2024 CAF Women’s AFCON Bronze Medal winners Black Queens Photo Courtesy: Ghana WNT on X

The Black Queens were hosted by the GFA after returning to Ghana. Scroll down to watch Mustapha Ussif’s speech in Parliament.

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