The Ghanaian authorities is in search of a overview of Canada’s determination to disclaim Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey a visa forward of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Sports activities and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams stated the choice was unjust, mentioning that though Partey faces authorized expenses, he has not been convicted of any crime and stays a free citizen within the nation the place the allegations arose.
The minister stated Canada’s determination was obscure as a result of the US had granted Partey a visa to take part within the match.
Ghana subsequently used diplomatic channels by means of its Ministry of International Affairs to request a overview of the choice, arguing that the refusal undermined the precept of the presumption of innocence.
In the meantime, the Sports activities Ministry dismissed allegations of political interference within the distribution of World Cup tickets.
Kofi Adams stated Ghana has secured 3,000 tickets for every World Cup match and all tickets are beneath the management of the ministry by means of FIFA’s digital ticketing system. He confused that tickets haven’t but been distributed and transfers shall be made by means of FIFA’s official utility forward of the staff’s opening match.
The minister additionally denied claims that the tickets had been reserved for members of the governing Nationwide Democratic Congress and parliamentarians, insisting the method remained clear and non-partisan.
He additional disclosed that the federal government had launched the mandatory funds for the primary part of Ghana’s World Cup marketing campaign and guaranteed Ghanaians that morale within the Black Stars camp remained excessive regardless of the visa dispute.
The ministry stated the staff stays centered on representing Ghana in prestigious competitions.
