Former Hearts of Oak board member, Alhaji Amadu Brimah 'Akanbi', has blamed clubs' failure to pay the required fees as the reason behind delays in implementing the Ghana Premier League's autonomy.

His comments come in the wake of the tragic death of Francis Yaw Frimpong, a devoted Kumasi Asante Kotoko supporter, during violent clashes at the Nana Koromansah Park.

The incident occurred on Sunday during a week 19 league match between Nsoatreman FC and Asante Kotoko, raising fresh concerns about safety and security at match venues.

Speaking to Asempa FM, Akanbi expressed frustration over the stalled autonomy process.