General News of Friday, 8 June 2018Source: Myjoyonline.comAnas’ #12: GFA dissolution illegal – Mahama Ayariga warnsMahama Ayariga, MP for Bawku CentralGovernment’s decision to dissolve the Ghana Football Association (GFA) following revelations of corruption and underhand dealings by key executives has been criticised as illegal. Chairman of Parliament’s Subsidiary Legislation Committee, Mahama Ayariga, says the government may be acting beyond the powers granted it by the constitution. President Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo on Thursday dissolved GFA after a private investigative company, Tiger Eye PI documented rampant bribery and corruption in the game. Former GFA President, Kwesi NyantakyiThe drastic decision by the President has been hailed by many and comes 24 hours after the premiering of the documentary at the Accra International Conference Center. Meanwhile, Chairman of the Sports Committee in Parliament, Isaac Agyekum, says the decision to dissolve the GFA is best for the country.

Source: GhanaWeb June 08, 2018 06:00 UTC