Asante Kotoko IMC Chairman Nana Apinkrah has made a passionate appeal to the government of Ghana for financial support as the club prepares for its participation in the 2025/26 CAF Confederation Cup.
Nana Apinkrah highlighted the challenges involved in competing on the continental stage and stressed the need for both governmental and institutional backing to ensure Ghanaian clubs can represent the nation competitively.
“The journey to Africa is very long and a very tough one. We will need your utmost support — not only your personal support, but through you to the government — to aid us as we go forward on the African mission and also to help our league,” he said.
Nana Apinkrah also pointed to examples in other countries, notably South Africa, where clubs receive strong government and corporate sponsorship, which significantly boosts their performance in continental competitions.
“I have been to other places recently, in South Africa, and I can say they have support and sponsorships.”
Asante Kotoko, who secured a spot in the CAF Confederation Cup after winning the MTN FA Cup, is aiming to make a strong impact in the competition but acknowledges the financial demands of travel, logistics, and player welfare across the African continent.
The appeal comes as part of a broader conversation around how Ghanaian football can be better funded and supported to thrive both locally and internationally.
