Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has expressed deep concern over the persistent issue of hooliganism in Ghana's football scene, emphasizing its detrimental impact on the sport's growth and appeal. The minister's comments come in the wake of a recent incident of hooliganism in Ghanaian football, which occurred during a Division One League match between Hohoe United and Attram De Visser FC.
The clash between supporters of the two teams escalated into violence, resulting in injuries and property damage.
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has condemned the incident and is currently investigating the matter. This event adds to a series of hooliganism cases that have plagued Ghanaian football in recent times.
Notably, in February 2025, a tragic incident during a Premier League match between Nsoatreman FC and Asante Kotoko led to the death of a Kotoko fan, Francis Frimpong, also known as "Pooley." The GFA responded by banning Nsoatreman FC's home venue and initiating investigations into the violence In an interview with Umaru Sanda Amadu on Channel One TV's Face to Face, Adams urged aggrieved supporters to channel their grievances through appropriate legal avenues rather than resorting to violence. "Hooliganism], it's problematic.
