Asamoah Gyan Alleges Nyantakyi Was Sabotaged, Blames Self-Interest for His Removal
Gyan Claims Former GFA President’s Downfall Was Driven by Personal Agendas and Resistance to Change
- Asamoah Gyan, has voiced strong support for ex-Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kwesi Nyantakyi
- He claimed that his downfall was the result of sabotage driven by selfish interests within the football community
- Gyan’s comments have ignited conversations about leadership and reforms within Ghanaian football.
Former Black Stars captain, Asamoah Gyan, has voiced strong support for ex-Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kwesi Nyantakyi, claiming that his downfall was the result of sabotage driven by selfish interests within the football community.
In an Instagram Live session on Thursday, Gyan lamented the state of Ghanaian football since Nyantakyi’s removal, describing him as a unifying and visionary leader who was dedicated to the sport’s growth. According to Gyan, Nyantakyi’s ousting was engineered by individuals who sought to manipulate the football system but were met with resistance from the former GFA boss.
Gyan’s comments have ignited conversations about leadership and reforms within Ghanaian football.
“When Nyantakyi was in charge of the GFA, look at where Ghanaian football was,” Gyan said. “He was never someone who entertained internal divisions. He wouldn’t tolerate selfish agendas. If anyone came to him with such motives, he would reject them. That’s why they wanted him out.”
The former striker continued, questioning the state of the national football scene since Nyantakyi’s removal: “Since he left, have you seen what has happened to Ghana football?”
Gyan highlighted Nyantakyi’s significant achievements, particularly his rise to Vice President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), a role that made him one of the most influential figures in African football.
He argued that Nyantakyi’s leadership had provided Ghanaian football with much-needed stability, and his departure had led to a noticeable decline in the sport’s development.
“Nyantakyi was taking us somewhere. He became CAF Vice President, one of the most powerful figures in African football. But because he refused to bow to selfish interests, they sabotaged him. They found a way to remove him,” Gyan said.
The former captain also took aim at those who opposed Nyantakyi’s leadership, accusing them of prioritizing personal agendas over the advancement of the sport, which he believes has led to the current stagnation in Ghanaian football.
“People didn’t agree with how Nyantakyi was leading, but the truth is he was doing well. Look at where Ghana football was under his leadership and compare it to where it is now. It’s clear who the problem was,” Gyan added.
Nyantakyi served as president of the Ghana Football Association from December 30, 2005, until his resignation on June 7, 2018.
