Welcome to GBF Hot Seat

Despite the numerous challenges confronting sports administration and management in Ghana, many individuals and enthusiasts still find the sector attractive enough to be associated with.

Ironically, while campaigning for executive positions within sports federations, aspirants often gloss over the very challenges that later frustrate their developmental agendas. Issues such as poor funding, inadequate infrastructure, and logistical constraints are either downplayed or ignored entirely in the quest for power.

However, once in office, these same challenges suddenly become the primary explanations for stagnation and unfulfilled promises.

It is against this familiar backdrop that one hopes the story of Alhaji Dauda Fuseini and his team at the Ghana Boxing Federation (GBF) will signal a departure from the norm.

Dauda Fuseini has long been regarded as one of the most admirable figures within Ghana boxing circles. He comes into office with considerable experience, having served under the previous administration led by Bernard Quartey, where available information suggests he acquitted himself creditably.

At the GBF elections held on December 27, 2025, delegates voted out Quartey and handed the mantle to his vice, Fuseini, for reasons best known to them.

Since assuming office, Fuseini has outlined his vision to stakeholders, pledging to prioritise transparency, accountability, and the correction of mistakes from previous administrations, with the ultimate aim of revitalising amateur boxing in Ghana.

Fuseini, however, is not alone in this transformation agenda. Mr Mustapha Nettey, who retained his position as Treasurer, has also been vocal about the administration’s plans, particularly their intention to make the Black Bombers more competitive and appealing.

According to Nettey, the focus will be on rebuilding from the grassroots to the elite level, while granting coaches greater autonomy — a move he says addresses long-standing interference in their work.

“Ghana boxing is big and special. Others have come to lead. This is our time and we want to make our term memorable by changing old practices to new, modern models,” he stated in an interview with Accra-based Omashie TV.

He further assured that the new GBF leadership would make the federation attractive to sponsors, both locally and internationally.

“Our ultimate goal is to win more medals at international competitions, especially the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal, and the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, USA, as well as restore the image and respect of Ghana boxing,” he added.

These pronouncements provide useful benchmarks against which the Fuseini administration’s performance can be measured at the end of its tenure.

While optimism is commendable, it is equally important for administrators to align their ambitions with available resources, rather than relying solely on what they hope to secure.

Initiatives aimed at making the GBF self-sustaining would be welcome. However, should these efforts fall short, Fuseini and his executive will inevitably be judged by the promises they have made.

Until then, Alhaji Dauda Fuseini is officially welcome to the GBF hot seat.

By Andrew Nortey

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