Coronavirus: GFA considering ‘virtual’ Extraordinary Congress

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Ghana Football Association (GFA) President, Kurt Okraku, says his outfit is considering the idea of holding a virtual Extraordinary Congress.

The ban on large social gatherings was extended to July 31 by President Nana Akufo-Addo in his 10th address to the nation.

“We took a decision to organise an Extraordinary Congress to deliberate on a number of football issues, but COVID-19 happened, and public gathering was banned,” a statement released by the GFA said.

“Currently, the approved protocols allow a gathering of 100 people.

“However, the membership of the GFA Congress, the Secretariat staff, and the media who attend congress will be far beyond the limit,” President Okraku wrote.

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The statement further read: “As a result, we are unable to organise Congress as we are used to.

“It is, however, refreshing to note that recently, the Registrar General’s Department has indicated a possibility of holding Annual General Meetings of Companies online after meeting certain criteria and obtaining approval from the Registrar General’s Department.

“We are currently exploring the idea of holding a Congress online after receiving the necessary approval from the Registrar of companies.

“When this becomes possible, the Secretariat would communicate to all members appropriately.”