Calls for the resignation of Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku have intensified on social media following the Black Stars’ elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the hashtag #GetOkrakuOut gaining traction across multiple platforms.
The online campaign gathered momentum after Ghana exited the tournament in the Round of 32 on Friday, July 3, following a 1-0 defeat to Colombia at the Kansas City Stadium.
Many supporters have linked the team’s World Cup exit to what they describe as a steady decline in the fortunes of the national team during Okraku’s tenure, which began in October 2019.
Among the concerns frequently cited are Ghana’s failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), the team’s style of play and broader dissatisfaction with the direction of football administration in the country.
The criticism has also focused on the Black Stars’ performances under head coach Carlos Queiroz. Ghana progressed from the group stage as one of the best third-placed teams after recording one win, one draw and one defeat, before being eliminated by Colombia in the knockout stage.
The defeat to Colombia was particularly criticised by supporters after the Black Stars failed to register a shot on target.
Beyond on-field results, some fans have revived longstanding allegations of administrative interference in player selection and concerns over governance within the GFA, claims the association has consistently denied.
The backlash intensified after Okraku issued a statement following the team’s elimination, urging Ghanaians not to dwell on the disappointment but instead celebrate the Black Stars’ first appearance in the World Cup knockout stage in 16 years.
While some supporters welcomed the optimistic message, others argued it failed to address deeper concerns about the team’s performances and the state of Ghana football.
Okraku has served as GFA president for nearly seven years. He was first elected on October 25, 2019, following the dissolution of the previous football administration in the aftermath of the corruption exposé by TigerEye PI.
He secured a second term unopposed in October 2023 after his only challenger was disqualified, with his current mandate set to expire in October 2027.
His administration has also faced scrutiny over governance reforms adopted during his tenure.
In August 2025, the GFA Congress approved amendments to the association’s statutes extending the presidential term limit from two four-year terms to three, making Okraku eligible to seek another term in office.
The amendment drew criticism from some sections of the football public at the time and has resurfaced in the ongoing calls for his resignation.
