Candidates vying for top positions in the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) have started filing their nominations to beat the deadline on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.
Richard Akpokavie, a seasoned sports administrator and former Secretary General of the GOC, officially filed his nomination to contest for the presidency.
The filing, which took place at the GOC headquarters in Accra, sets the stage for a highly anticipated elective congress scheduled for April 26 at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC).
Akpokavie who faces challenge from Michael Aggrey, former President of Ghana Golf Association and Chef du Mission of Tokyo 2020 submitted his nomination forms to Ms. Cynthia Wintima Akudugu,
Mohammed Mahadi, President of the Ghana Fencing Association also filed his nomination. He will contest against Ernest Danso of Ghana Baseball and Softball.
By Sammy Heywood Okine
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