Ghanaian footballer Najeeb Yakubu, who naturalized for Niger, has slammed Ghana Football Association (GFA) president Kurt Okraku over his recent comments undermining the Niger national team players. Yakubu, a former U-17 player for Ghana, expressed his disappointment and frustration with Okraku’s comments during an interview with JoyNews Prime Time.
Okraku had earlier stated that “Common Niger, four or five players cannot play in my team.” He specifically mentioned Yakubu, Mohammed Ali, Mohammed Yussif, Salim, and Sosa as examples of Niger players who are not good enough to play for Ghana. Yakubu took exception to these comments, stating that they were disrespectful and undermined the abilities of the Niger national team players.
Yakubu also pointed out that Ghana’s inability to beat Niger on neutral ground is a testament to the strength and quality of the Niger team. He noted that Niger’s 2-1 win over Ghana at the Accra Sports Stadium was a significant achievement and a source of pride for the Niger team.
“I was disappointed and frustrated when I heard Okraku’s comments,” Yakubu said. “As a player who has represented Ghana at the U-17 level, I know that Niger has a talented team that deserves respect. Okraku’s comments were not only disrespectful but also undermined the abilities of the Niger team.”
Yakubu’s comments have sparked a heated debate in the Ghanaian football community, with many calling for Okraku to apologize for his comments. Others have defended Okraku, arguing that he was simply expressing his opinion and that his comments were not meant to be taken personally.
Regardless of one’s opinion on the matter, it is clear that Okraku’s comments have caused offense and hurt to Yakubu and the Niger national team. As the leader of Ghanaian football, Okraku has a responsibility to conduct himself in a professional and respectful manner, even in difficult and challenging situations.
Ghanaian footballer Najeeb Yakubu has slammed GFA president Kurt Okraku over his disrespectful comments undermining the Niger national team players. Yakubu’s comments have sparked a heated debate in the Ghanaian football community, and have raised questions about the leadership and management of the GFA.
Source: Thepressradio.com| BA
