Former GFA Vice President George Afriyie faces disciplinary charge for “damaging” remarks

George Afriyie, former Vice President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and once a candidate for the GFA presidency, is now involved in a legal clash with the organization he once helped manage.The GFAs Prosecutor has charged Afriyie with alleged misconduct following remarks he made on Kessben TV, a Kumasi-based channel, claiming his comments tarnished the reputation of the Ghana Premier League (GPL).Afriyie, known for his vocal and critical stance on Ghanaian football affairs, has long been a key figure in Ghanas football history. He served as Vice President of the GFA from 2015 to 2018 and was instrumental in initiatives that aimed to bolster local leagues and foster youth development. However, his recent criticism of the GPL has raised eyebrows, with the GFA claiming his remarks might negatively influence public perception of the league.The GFA has initiated disciplinary action, outlining the next steps in an official letter, setting the stage for a high-profile internal clash in Ghanaian football.