Vice President Professor Jane Naana OpokuAgyemang, on Thursday paid a courtesy visit to the Ministry of Sports and Recreation to ascertain developments in the sector as part of her ongoing tour of selected ministries after one year in office.

She was received by Mr Kofi Iddie Adams, the Minister of Sports and Recreation, who said he was elated by the visit and noted it would motivate the ministry to further contribute to the government’s reset agenda.

Mr Adams presented an overview of achievements since the administration took office, including hosting major international tournaments, winning medals across several sports and securing Ghana’s qualification for the 2026 World Cup.

The Minister called for increased investment in sports infrastructure, mobilisation of financial support ahead of the 2026 World Cup and timely release of funds.

He also updated the Vice President on progress toward operationalising the Sports Fund, saying that a board would be inaugurated on Friday to help address long-standing funding challenges in sports.

Prof. OpokuAgyemang said the engagement was aimed at strengthening cooperation between her office and the ministry.

“I want to assure you that our doors remain open to you and don’t wait till there is a problem, just come let’s have a chat, especially in preparation of bills.

“We are better placed to offer support and if there are things to review we are there because we want your suggestions to go through and we have your back,” she said.

She expressed strong interest in measures taken to improve athlete welfare and safety, adding that “people don’t need to suffer based on the discipline they have chosen.”

The Vice President welcomed progress on operationalising the Sports Fund and encouraged the ministry to explore multiple revenue streams.

She commended the Ministry for enhancing Ghana’s international image through sports and highlighted the sector’s importance in projecting the country globally.