Ghana Badminton Ushers in New Era, Elects Cross-Sector National Leadership
ACCRA, GHANA – Nov 3, 2025 – The Ghana Badminton Association (GBA) today announced its newly elected Executive Council, ushering in a new quadrennial of leadership poised to build on recent successes and propel the sport to new heights. The announcement follows a successful and Elective Congress held on Monday, November 3, 2025.
The newly constituted board reflects a powerful blend of experience, professional excellence, and fresh perspective, with members drawn from fields including education, insurance, law, and academia. This diverse expertise is expected to drive a comprehensive development strategy for badminton across Ghana.
A Leadership Team Built for Success
The 2025-2029 Executive Council is comprised of:
- Mr. Yeboah Evans, CGMA – President: Returning with a renewed mandate, President Evans is a seasoned sports administrator, finance, and technology consultant. His first term was marked by significant grassroots expansion and increased international participation. His vision for the next four years is to institutionalize these gains and build on a sustainable high-performance pathway.
- Mr. Ernest Adofo, CGIG – Vice President:The Regional Director of National Insurance Commission. Ernest is an expert in governance and insurance; Mr. Adofo brings his strategic risk management and corporate governance skills to the federation. His role will be crucial in strengthening the association's operational structures and financial integrity.
- Hon. George Loh, Esq. – Executive Board Member:A respected legal mind and former Member of Parliament, Hon. Loh will provide invaluable counsel on legal, legislative, and public policy matters, enhancing the association's advocacy and compliance frameworks.
- Ahmad Abdul-Samad – Athlete Representative: Elected directly by his peers for a two-year term, Ahmad Abdul-Samad ensures the athlete's voice is central to all decision-making, in line with our constitutional mandate. With a distinguished career representing Ghana in 278 national and international competitions, he brings an invaluable competitor's perspective. His Board presence underscores our core principle: putting athletes at the center of everything we do.
- Prof. Emmanuel Sarpong – Executive Board Member (Central Region): As the Dean at the University of Education, Winneba, Prof. Sarpong is the board's representative for Educational Research & Sports Innovation. He will leverage his extensive academic and sports science expertise to spearhead the integration of badminton into national educational curricula and pioneer evidence-based coach education programs.
- Ms. Evelyn Nsiah Asare – Executive Board Member: Hailing from the Bono Region, Ms. Evelyn Nsiah Asare is a distinguished leader in Ghanaian sports. As CEO of Hasaacas Ladies FC, Lecturer and Sports Director at Sunyani Technical University, and Vice President of the Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG), she possesses a powerful synergy of high-level sports management, academic insight, and media advocacy. This unique expertise will be instrumental in driving the association's grassroots initiatives and strengthening its strategic partnerships.
- Ms. Princess Sefacor Sembia – Treasurer: Tasked with the financial stewardship of the association, Ms. Sembia brings a sharp acumen for fiscal management and resource mobilization to ensure the long-term financial health of Ghana Badminton.
- Mr. Alidha Barry – Executive Board Member (Central Region): An accomplished educational professional, Mr. Barry has a clear mandate to drive growth. He will lead the integration of badminton into school curricula, forge strategic corporate alliances, and enhance the sport's commercial appeal to unlock new revenue and inspire widespread student engagement.
- Ms. Lilly-Vesta Nyarko – Executive Board Member (Ashanti Region): Bringing years of experience as a National Technical Official, Ms. Nyarko channels her passion for sports development into community engagement. She will lead initiatives specifically designed to boost female participation and create inclusive pathways for women and girls in badminton at all levels.
- Mr. Abu Iyman – Ag. Secretary General: As the operational backbone of the Association, Mr. Iyman will provide strategic oversight into the secretariat's day-to-day functions. He is tasked with ensuring administrative excellence, streamlining communication, and facilitating seamless coordination between the Board, members, and key stakeholders.
Elections Supervised by government regulating body
The electoral process was conducted under the esteemed supervision of the National Sports Authority, Mr. Kwame Mensah Baah, Regional Director of the National Sports Authority (NSA), and Mr. Hubert Leo Mensah, delivered the oath of office to the newly elected national officers.
Solidarity Messages from Key Stakeholders
The new leadership received resounding solidarity messages from Ghana's sporting community.
Nana Adu Mankata II, Executive Board Member of the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC), stated, “The Ghana Olympic Committee extends its warmest congratulations to the newly elected executives of the Ghana Badminton Association. The diverse composition of this board is a testament to badminton’s growing appeal and administrative maturity. We are confident that under President Evans’s continued leadership and with this solid team, badminton will become a sport for Ghana on the continental and global stage. You have our full support at the Olympic Committee.”
Mr. Kwame Mensah Baah, NSA Regional Director & Mr. Hubert Leo Mensah, NSA Representative who supervised the elections, commented, the NSA commends the Ghana Badminton Association for a peaceful, orderly, and democratic electoral process. The quality of individuals elected promises a bright future. We look forward to collaborating closely with this formidable team to further integrate badminton into the national sports pedestal.”
A Unified Vision for the Future
In his acceptance speech, President Yeboah Evans expressed profound gratitude to the membership and outlined an ambitious agenda. “The trust you have placed in us is both an honour and a charge. Our mission is clear: to transition from foundational growth to excellence. We will invest in our athletes, empower our coaches, and ensure that every child in Ghana has the opportunity to pick up a racket. With this team of dedicated professionals from education, law, finance, and administration, we are uniquely equipped to deliver a golden era for Ghana Badminton.”
The Ghana Badminton Association invites all partners, media, and the public to support the new council as they embark on this promising four-year journey.
Evans Yeboah, President of Ghana Badminton, added: “In line with our Mission 2027 Strategic Plan, we are excited about this redesigned platform because it is an integral part of our strategy to hone the popularity of our members and shared interest groups, raise the profile of our partner’s networks and increase their membership. We are excited that, once again, we are providing the lead and leadership for many African sporting national federations to emulate whilst being aware of this fantastic resource, access, and the opportunities enhancement within our integrated marketing communication in this digital age has to offer.”
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