The death of Nana Akuoko Sarpong, Paramount Chief of Agogo and lifetime patron of Accra Great Olympics FC, has been formally confirmed to the club by a delegation from the Agogo Traditional Area.
The delegation, led by the Adontenhene of Agogo, Nana Kwame Akuoko Sarpong, travelled from Asante Akyem to Accra to officially communicate the news to club officials.
Their visit marks the formal acknowledgement of the passing of a figure widely regarded as one of the most influential personalities in the club’s history.
“We are here today as members of the Agogo Traditional Council and leaders of Nana Akuoko Sarpong’s funeral committee. We have travelled from Asante Akyem, accompanied by the Nana Gyaasehene, the Nana Okyeame, and two of his elder daughters, Afia Adoma Sarpong and Adomteɛ Sarpong.
I am sure you may have heard the news of the passing of Nana Akuoko Sarpong. Today, we are here to officially confirm that the news is indeed true.
Nana was a very significant figure within Accra Great Olympics FC, and considering the strong relationship he shared with this club, it is only right that we formally inform you of this great loss.”
Nana Akuoko Sarpong maintained a long-standing association with Great Olympics dating back to the 1970s. Over the years, he played a prominent role in the club’s development, including supporting its campaigns on the African continent. His involvement extended beyond patronage, as he served as chairman of the club’s management committee on three separate occasions.
The delegation was received by the club’s leadership, including Chairman Major (Rtd) Amarkai Amarteifio, Vice Chairman Nick Amarteyfio, Chief Executive Officer Oloboye Commodore, and Interim Management Committee member Samuel Ocran.
Responding on behalf of the club, Major Amarteifio paid tribute to the late chief, highlighting his enduring commitment and emotional connection to the team.
“He dedicated a great part of his life to Accra Great Olympics and we shall remember him by what he did for Accra Great Olympics throughout his life. I remember the last time we outdoored our bus, our new bus. He came all the way from Agogo to join us to outdoor the bus and to take a ride in the new bus.
We celebrated 45 years of his reign in Agogo with a delegation that we sent from Accra to Agogo. Nana was a true member of the Olympics family at various levels.”
His remarks reflect the depth of the relationship between the late chief and the club, which extended across decades and multiple levels of involvement.
The club has also assured the family of its support ahead of the one-week observation, scheduled for 4 June. The event is expected to bring together members of the football community and traditional leadership to honour the legacy of Nana Akuoko Sarpong.
His passing represents a significant loss not only for Accra Great Olympics but also for Ghanaian football, where his contributions and long-standing dedication have left a lasting impact
