The University of Ghana has officially launched the second edition of its Corporate Football League, following a press event held on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at the VIP Lounge of the University of Ghana Stadium.
The initiative forms part of the university’s broader efforts to promote sports participation, wellness, and corporate engagement within the university community and among affiliated institutions.
The launch event brought together the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ghana, Professor Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, alongside representatives of participating corporate organisations, invited stakeholders, and members of the media.
The occasion was used to formally unveil plans for the new season, which is scheduled to run from February to June 2026.
Organised by the University of Ghana Sports Directorate in partnership with RITE Sports Services, the Corporate Football League will feature 18 corporate teams competing across two groups.
The 18 teams participating in this year’s University of Ghana Corporate Football League have been divided into two groups.
Group A includes Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (defending champions), Bui Power Authority, Ghana Football Association, Stanbic Bank, Ghana Armed Forces Officers’ Sports Club, Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), GOIL Ghana, and the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA).
Group B features Union Ghana, Ghana Airports Company Limited, National Petroleum Authority, Zenith Bank, Lebanese Sports Community, Telecel Ghana, Wilmar Africa, and the Forestry Commission.
Speaking on behalf of the Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Iddie Adams, Board Chairman of the National Sports Authority, Dr Fred Awaah, underscored the broader significance of the competition.
“This goes beyond football. It is about wellness, recreation, and overall well-being. As a government, we have consistently supported the use of sports as a tool for recreation and healthy living,” he said.
“What the University of Ghana is doing is commendable, and we call on partners to support this important initiative.”
According to the organisers, the upcoming edition will place greater emphasis on professionalism and competitiveness, building on the success of the maiden edition.
The league is set to kick off on Friday, February 13, and is designed to provide a structured platform for corporate institutions to engage in sport, promote staff wellness, foster networking, and deliver regular football action within the university environment.
