# Ghana Football Association presidential election speculation

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ghana-football-association-presidential-election-speculation
> Updated: 2026-10-20T22:30:05.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Speculation is increasing regarding potential candidates for the Ghana Football Association (GFA) presidency as current president Kurt Okraku approaches the end of his second term. Following a decision by Congress allowing for a third term, several former national team players have addressed their potential involvement in the upcoming election.

Former defender Anthony ‘Tony’ Baffoe stated he has no immediate plans to run, though he noted his stance could change within the next six to 24 months. Meanwhile, former midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang Badu suggested he may contest the presidency in 2027, noting he remains eligible to run. Other former players, including André Ayew, have also been linked to the race following approaches from football stakeholders.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-20: Emmanuel Agyemang Badu hints at potential GFA presidency bid

Former Ghana midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang Badu has not ruled out running for the Ghana Football Association presidency in 2027, amid speculation involving other former players like André Ayew.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/emmanuel-agyemang-badu-hints-at-potential-gfa-presidency-bid

### 2026-10-14: Anthony Baffoe rules out immediate GFA presidential bid

Former Ghana defender Anthony Baffoe has ruled out an immediate bid for the Ghana Football Association presidency, though he remains open to the possibility in the future.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/anthony-baffoe-rules-out-immediate-gfa-presidential-bid

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