Former Sports Minister Isaac Kwame Asiamah has strongly criticised the Ghana Football Association’s decision to repurpose the official residence of the Black Stars head coach, describing the move as a misstep with broader implications for the national team’s image.
The property, originally secured in 2018 to house national team coaches, has reportedly been converted into office space for the technical directorate—a decision that has sparked debate among supporters and stakeholders.
Reacting to the development on Asempa FM, Asiamah questioned both the rationale and the process behind the change, suggesting that such a key asset should not have been altered without wider consultation.
He warned that the residence carries symbolic weight beyond its functional use, arguing that it reflects the standards and professionalism associated with the senior national team.
“It is misguided,” he stated, insisting that the decision undermines the identity and heritage of the Black Stars setup.
According to the former minister, maintaining a dedicated residence for the head coach is not only practical but also cost-effective, as it reduces the need for continuous expenditure on accommodation while ensuring the coach remains based locally to oversee operations.
He further raised concerns about what he sees as a gradual decline in the preservation of important football infrastructure, cautioning that such decisions could diminish the appeal and stature of the coaching role compared to other footballing nations.
While acknowledging the importance of developing technical structures within the game, Asiamah urged the Ghana Football Association to strike a balance between innovation and preservation.
He advocated for strategic investment in new facilities rather than the reassignment of existing ones, emphasizing that long-term growth should not come at the expense of established assets.
In the meantime, newly appointed Black Stars coach Carlos Queiroz is expected to be accommodated in a hotel as preparations intensify ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.