Renowned Ghanaian football administrator and Lawyer, Ntow Fianko, has delved into the historic transition of the Ghana Premier League from an amateur structure to a professional League.
As the nation commemorates the 30th anniversary of the league’s inception, Lawyer Ntow Fianko shared insights into the pivotal moments that shaped the transformation.
The veteran administrator, who played a crucial role in the league’s evolution, attributed the initiative’s genesis to E.T Mensah, the Sports Minister at the time. Lawyer Ntow Fianko disclosed in an interview on Happy FM with Ohene Bampoe Brenya, “Football had reached a point where the incorporation of clubs was imperative. E.T Mensah spearheaded this vision, leading to the establishment of two committees tasked with initiating the necessary processes.”
The turning point came on the 3rd and 4th of November in 1993 during a Congress meeting, where the committees presented comprehensive reports outlining the advantages of incorporating football clubs. Lawyer Ntow Fianko reminisced, “We explained what the clubs stood to gain in return for embracing professionalism. It was during this historic event that we collectively decided to transition from an Amateur to a Professional League.”
Today marks the 30th anniversary of the Ghana Premier League’s inception, a milestone that showcases three decades of exhilarating football. Goldfields set the stage by clinching the inaugural title in 1993, etching their name in the annals of Ghanaian football history.
Today commemorates the 30th anniversary of the Ghana Premier League's inception, providing three decades of thrilling football.
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Goldfields set the stage by winning the inaugural title in 1993.#HappySports#GhanaPremierLeague pic.twitter.com/Q4s44maRk5
As we reflect on the league’s journey, it’s noteworthy that Oscar Laud of Dawu Youngsters emerged as a standout performer during the debut Ghana Premier League season in 1993. With an impressive goal tally, Laud secured the title of the highest goal scorer, netting 12 goals in 22 matches.
Oscar Laud of Dawu Youngsters, secured the highest goal tally during the debut Ghana Premier League season in 1993.
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Today marks the 30th anniversary. Explore his goal-scoring stats from that remarkable year👇🏾#HappySports #GhanaPremierLeague pic.twitter.com/EkGH6cc27v
The Ghana Premier League has since evolved into a hotbed of talent, providing a platform for football enthusiasts to witness the nation’s finest players in action.
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