George Afriyie speaks on vacant Kotoko CEO job
Former Ghana Football Association vice president George Afriyie has excused himself from the role of Chief Executive of Asante Kotoko.
The Kumasi-based premier league side is currently on a search for an individual to fill the vacant position. A few names have popped up, which included the former GFA official and owner of Division One League side ,Planners Athletic Club.
In a statement, the football administrator described it as an honour to be tipped for that position, considering his relationship with the owner of the club, Otumfuor Osei Tutu II.
Afriyie was highly tipped to succeed former Chief Executive, George Amoako, who was relieved of his duty, by the newly constituted Board of the club last week. However, there was the need to turn it down stating a recent engagement would not permit him to take up such a role.
Below is his statement
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
I have taken notice of several online publications and radio station reports linking me to the vacant Kotoko Chief Executive Officer post. I must admit that it is truly an amazing feeling to be linked to such a top position within the hierarchy of Ghana’s greatest club.
I am blessed to have personal relationships with His Royal Majesty ‘The Wise King’ Otumfuo Osei Tutu II and the Board chairman Dr Kwame Kyei. They are truly priceless. I am also fortunate to share such an unbreakable bond with some part of the Kotoko fraternity.
In the aftermath of the GFA Presidential elections I received several calls from Kotoko faithfuls and followers urging me to consider taking up the position of the CEO of the club. I still continue to receive such calls and messages on a daily basis.
Kotoko is a great club and would want to serve one day. But, I want to state that I have currently taken up a commitment which would not permit me to take up the role.
I urge all (both the media and the sporting public) to respect the decision of the Great One – Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, who in his wisdom has appointed the board to enact policies and steer the affairs of the club. I am of the strong conviction that the board is made up of highly competent individuals who have unquestionable expertise to make the right choices for the club.
Let us continue to stay safe and observe all the COVID-19 protocols.
FAABU! WO KUM APEM A APEM BE BA
Best regards,
George Afriyie.