# Controversy over remarks regarding André Ayew

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/controversy-over-remarks-regarding-andr-ayew
> Updated: 2026-10-12T16:43:08.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Controversy arose in Ghanaian football following remarks made by Aduana FC General Manager Takyi Arhin regarding footballer André Ayew. Arhin suggested that Ayew, amid speculation about a bid for the Ghana Football Association (GFA) presidency, should instead invest in goat farming in his hometown of Paga.

The Professional Footballers Association of Ghana (PFAG) and the Paga Youth Movement (PAYOM) condemned the comments as “unacceptable and disparaging,” arguing they reinforced regional stereotypes regarding Northern Ghana. 

In response to the backlash, Arhin issued an unconditional apology to Ayew and the residents of Paga, stating, “I write to offer my sincere and unconditional apology to André Ayew for the comment. I do not intend to offer any explanation, but I apologise profusely.”

## Timeline

### 2026-10-12: Ghana Football Association issues sanctions and faces criticism

The GFA has suspended Gold Stars CEO Kwasi Adu for misconduct, while the PFAG condemned disparaging remarks made toward André Ayew regarding his potential football administration ambitions.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ghana-football-association-issues-sanctions-and-faces-criticism

### 2026-10-10: Takyi Arhin apologizes to André Ayew and Paga residents

Aduana FC General Manager Takyi Arhin has apologized to footballer André Ayew and the Paga community after suggesting Ayew invest in goat farming instead of pursuing the GFA presidency.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/takyi-arhin-apologizes-to-andr-ayew-and-paga-residents

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