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GFA congratulates Speaker Bagbin
A delegation from the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has officially congratulated the Speaker of Parliament, Rt Hon Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, on his re-election as Speaker of the 9th Parliament.
This follows a visit led by the President of GFA, Kurt Okraku-Mantey, to convey his congratulations and discuss potential collaborations for the advancement of football in Ghana.
The delegation also presented a document titled “State of Ghana Football,” which outlines the current status of football in Ghana, its challenges, and proposed solutions. 
In his remarks, the Rt. Hon. Speaker pledged his full support for football, affirming it as a promising venture deserving of investment and urging public backing.
He also encouraged the delegation to undertake regional tours to identify and nurture young talent.
Joining the Speaker to receive the delegation were the Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga; the Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo Markin; the Chairman of the Sports Committee of Parliament, Ernest Norgbey; the Clerk to Parliament, Mr. Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror; and officials of the Parliamentary Service.
Officials from the Ghana mission in the United Arab Emirates have paid a morale-boosting visit to the camp of the Black Queens.
The delegation, made up of Consular Officer Percy Okudzeto, Consul and Head of Chancery Abdul-Jalil Sigli Yakubu Abdulai and Head of Transport Anas Shaibu, visited the team to assure them of the government’s support and commitment to their safety and welfare.
During the visit, the officials interacted with the team and offered words of encouragement, urging the team to remain focused on the tournament despite concerns surrounding unrest in parts of the UAE.
Consular Officer Percy Okudzeto emphasised that the Ghanaian government, through its diplomatic mission, is closely monitoring the situation and is committed to ensuring the team’s safety throughout their stay.
“We want the team to stay calm and focus on the competition. The government and the embassy are doing everything possible to ensure your safety and well-being.” he said.
Consul and Head of Chancery Abdul-Jalil Sigli Yakubu Abdulai also reiterated the mission’s readiness to provide any assistance required by the team during the tournament.
Leadership of the team expressed appreciation for the visit, describing it as timely and motivating.
With the backing of Ghana’s diplomatic officials in the UAE, the Black Queens remain determined to represent the country proudly and deliver strong performances in the Pink Ladies Cup.
The Black Queens have arrived in the United Arab Emirates to participate in the upcoming Pink Ladies Cup in Dubai. The team touched down at the Dubai International Airport via Emirates Air on Wednesday morning and were warmly received by the competition’s organising officials.
The squad will be based at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel, where they will begin their final preparations for the tournament. Organised as part of the international women’s football calendar, the Pink Ladies Cup is expected to feature four national sides using the competition to assess their squads and fine-tune strategies for upcoming tournaments.
Ghana will open their campaign today with a clash against Hong Kong, while Russia and Tanzania face off in the other opening match.
The Black Queens are then scheduled to return to action on March 3, when they take on Russia in a match expected to test them against a physically strong opponent.
The final round of games will be played on March 6, with Ghana closing their campaign against Tanzania at 9:00 pm.
With three matches in eight days, the tournament promises to be a crucial phase in Ghana’s preparation, as the Black Queens aim to return to continental action sharper, stronger, and more competitive.
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