• About Us
  • Privacy Policy
Friday, June 9, 2023
Citi Sports Online
  • Home
  • News
  • Football
    • Premier League
    • Local Football
  • Ghana Premier League
  • Livescores
  • Sports Panorama
  • Videos
  • World Cup
  • AFCON
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Football
    • Premier League
    • Local Football
  • Ghana Premier League
  • Livescores
  • Sports Panorama
  • Videos
  • World Cup
  • AFCON
No Result
View All Result
Citi Sports Online
No Result
View All Result

Sports Minister clears the air on Black Stars coach CK Akonnor’s salary arrears

Fentuo Tahiru by Fentuo Tahiru
September 1, 2021
Reading Time: 1 min read
Sports Minister Mustapha Ussif

Sports Minister Mustapha Ussif

Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare via Whatsapp

The Minister for Youth and Sports, Mustapha Ussif, has come out swinging after reports emerged that Black Stars head coach CK Akonnor was owed seven months’ salary.

Akonnor signed a two-year $25,000 a month contract to take charge of the Black Stars in January 2020.

Reports emerged in the local media last week that the former Wolfsburg captain had not been paid for up to seven months, causing outrage on social media.

Speaking to Citi Sports, the Sports Minister admitted his office owes the Ghana trainer but says any amount owed Akonnor predates his assumption of office in March 2021 and that he has taken major steps to ensure the salary arrears are cleared.

“Let’s be unclear; the impression should not created as if Akonnor has not been paid anything in the last 7 months,” he said.

“When I took office, Akonnor was already owed several months of salary. So I called him into a meeting and assured him that I would make sure his monthly salary is paid from that point onwards.

“And that is exactly what we have done. We have paid him every single month since I came to office. In fact, we have paid him for seven months even though I have only been in office for 6 months. So I’m also taking steps to clear his arrears.

“Let’s not make it appear as if when I came to office, he has not been paid anything,” the Member of Parliament for Yagaba Kubori Constituency said.

Akonnor is currently with the Black Stars in Cape Coast preparing for the 2022 World Cup qualifying match against Ethiopia on Friday September 3, 2021.

They will fly out to South Africa to face the Bafana Bafana on Monday September 6, 2021.

ShareTweetSend
Previous Post

#Donkomi: Antoine Griezmann returns to Atletico Madrid on loan

Next Post

Government will ensure a successful World Cup Campaign – Sports Minister

Related Posts

Becehm United v Dreams FC (white) in betPAWA Ghana League game
Ghana Premier League

Bono ranks low in regions engaged in hooliganism this season – Gyambrah

June 8, 2023
Duodu
Ghana Premier League

AFCON U23: Nurudeen Abdulai, Clinton Duodu not named in Black Meteors’ “local” contingent

June 8, 2023
Football

New Hearts coach must be able to juggle pressure from management, fans – Neil Armstrong Mortagbe

June 8, 2023
Samed Photo Courtesy: RC Lens
Black Stars

Salis Samed signs contract extension after securing Champions League spot with Lens

June 8, 2023
AFCON

Ghana’s Black Meteors will qualify for 2024 Paris Olympic Games – Dr. Randy Abbey

June 8, 2023
Football

U-23 AFCON: Kamaldeen, Königsdörffer named in Tanko’s provisional 29-man squad

June 8, 2023
Football

Could Daniel Amartey be heading to Chelsea?

June 8, 2023
Football

U-23 AFCON: Sheffield Utd’s Jordan Amissah reportedly joins Black Meteors squad ahead of tournament

June 8, 2023
Load More
Next Post

Government will ensure a successful World Cup Campaign - Sports Minister

Top Stories

Lothar Matheus unveiled as new partner of Accra Lions

[OPINION]: Three Premier League teams that need Mohammed Salisu’s services

AFCON 2023Q: Iñaki Williams withdraws from Black Stars due to injury

OFFICIAL: Daniel Amartey leaves Leicester City

RSS Citi Podcasts

  • Sister Sister, Thursday, 8th June, 2023 June 8, 2023 Citi97.3
  • Eyewitness News, Thursday, 8th June 2023 June 8, 2023 Citi97.3
  • Citi Breakfast Show, Thursday, 8th June 2023 June 8, 2023 Citi97.3
  • Financing the Digital Economy with Claude Agyen-Asamoah, Head, Payments & Digital Commercialization, Absa Bank. #CitiBusinessFestival June 8, 2023 Citi97.3
  • Eyewitness News, Wednesday, 7th June, 2023 June 7, 2023 Citi97.3
  • Citi Breakfast Show, Wednesday, 7th June, 2023 June 7, 2023 Citi97.3
  • Taking Advantage of the E-business Environment with Benedict Bentil, Snr Manager, Enterprise Marketing & Portfolio Mgt., MTN. #CitiBusinessFestival June 7, 2023 Citi97.3
  • Eyewitness News, Tuesday, 6th June, 2023 June 6, 2023 Citi97.3
  • Citi Breakfast Show, Tuesday, 6th June, 2023 June 6, 2023 Citi97.3
  • The Changing Payments Landscape with Andrew Takyi-Appiah, Founder/CEO of ZeePay. June 6, 2023 Citi97.3
Citi Sports Online

© 2023 Citi Sports Online

  • Home
  • News
  • Football
  • Ghana Premier League
  • Livescores
  • Sports Panorama
  • Videos
  • World Cup
  • AFCON

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Football
    • Premier League
    • Local Football
  • Ghana Premier League
  • Livescores
  • Sports Panorama
  • Videos
  • World Cup
  • AFCON

© 2023 Citi Sports Online

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
Citi Sports Cookie Policy
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent.
Cookie SettingsAccept All
Manage consent

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.
CookieDurationDescription
cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional11 monthsThe cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-others11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
viewed_cookie_policy11 monthsThe cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.
Functional
Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
Performance
Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.
Analytics
Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
Advertisement
Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.
Others
Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet.
SAVE & ACCEPT