Ghanaian sports journalist Countryman Songo has clashed with an aide to the Sports Minister over the country’s poor performance at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Songo, known for his outspoken and controversial views on sports, blamed the Sports Minister for the Black Stars’ early exit from the tournament, citing the lack of proper preparation and support for the team.
He accused the Sports Minister’s aide of failing to take responsibility for the team’s poor showing and called for an overhaul of the leadership within the sports ministry.
The clash between Songo and the Sports Minister’s aide has sparked a debate in the Ghanaian sports community, with many calling for accountability and transparency in the management of the national football team.
As the country reflects on its performance at AFCON, the confrontation between Songo and the Sports Minister’s aide highlights the growing frustration and disappointment among Ghanaians over the state of sports in the country.