On Tuesday, February 25, 2025, the Ghana Armwrestling Federation (GAF), led by its President Charles Osei Asibey, engaged the Minister for Sports and Recreation, Hon. Kofi Adams, in a discussion about the growth and future of the sport in Ghana.
During the meeting, the federation highlighted its achievements, particularly its dominant performance at the 13th African Games, where Ghana’s Armwrestlers clinched 41 medals, contributing significantly to the country’s overall tally, cementing its place as one of Ghana’s fastest-growing and most successful disciplines.
Hon. Kofi Adams lauded the federation’s achievements, acknowledging that their contribution to Ghana’s medal haul at the African Games was remarkable.
“Winning 41 out of 69 medals for the country is no small feat. This proves that with the right support, Armwrestling has the potential to be a powerhouse for Ghana in international sports,” he said.
The minister further assured the federation that his administration would prioritize the growth of grassroots sports, as he believes that is where future champions are developed.
“Every sport is a recreational activity at the beginning, but with proper investment, it grows into a competitive discipline.
We need to strengthen grassroots participation to build athletes who can dominate at the international level,” Hon. Kofi Adams added.
The meeting also touched on athlete welfare, talent identification, and coaching development, with the federation raising concerns about the need for better opportunities for their athletes, including employment in the security services.
The minister acknowledged these concerns and emphasized the need for a structured approach to supporting sports with high medal potential.
“The ministry is working on classifying sports federations to ensure that those bringing in medals and international recognition receive the necessary resources.
Armwrestling has already shown what it can do, and you deserve every bit of support,” he assured.
The federation also invited the minister to the upcoming Independence Armwrestling Championship, a celebration of the sport’s success and its role in Ghana’s growing sports industry.
The meeting ended with a renewed commitment from both parties to continue working together to ensure that Armwrestling thrives and brings even greater recognition to Ghana on the global stage.
