The Ghana Weightlifting Federation will hold its elections on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at the Media Centre of the Accra Sports Stadium. The positions up for grabs include President, Vice President, General Secretary, Treasurer, and three executive members.
Incumbent President Hon. Jerry Ahmed Shaib Esq. (MP) will be contesting Mr. Michael Nii Yarboi Annan for the top position.
“I choose to contest for this position because weightlifting is an everyday sport,” Annan explained. “If well managed, it has the potential to instill discipline into our youth.”
📢 GET A DETAILED ARTICLES + JOBS
Join ASJ's WhatsApp Channel and never miss a post or opportunity.
Annan’s vision for the federation includes promoting weightlifting in second-cycle institutions and tertiary schools, as well as encouraging Ghanaians to take interest in coaching, officiating, and health/medical aspects of the game. He also aims to make weightlifting gyms accessible across the country.
To spread the sport of weightlifting across Ghana, Annan plans to embark on road shows and host major competitions in various locations. This will help Ghanaians appreciate the rules and standards of the game.
Notably, the position of Vice President will not be contested, as incumbent Isaac Tetteh is running unopposed. The elections will shape the future of weightlifting in Ghana, and the new executives will play a crucial role in promoting the sport nationwide.
Here is the complete list of nominees running for election on March 8.
Source: Ghana Talk News
Last Updated on April 2, 2025 by Samuel Kwame Boadu
🏟️ Discover More Sports Stories
Looking for more in-depth sports news, interviews, and features? Visit Accra Sports News — your go-to for exclusive sports content in Ghana and beyond.
Disclaimer: Some content on Accra Street Journal may be aggregated, summarized, or edited from third-party sources for informational purposes. Images and media are used under fair use or royalty-free licenses. Accra Street Journal is a subsidiary of SamBoad Publishing Hub under SamBoad Business Group Ltd, registered in Ghana since 2014.
For concerns or inquiries, please visit our Privacy Policy or Contact Page.
Samuel Kwame Boadu is a Ghanaian media entrepreneur and storyteller with a passion for amplifying urban voices and uncovering everyday truths. He is the Editor-in-Chief and Founder of Accra Street Journal, a dynamic digital platform dedicated to capturing the pulse of Ghana’s capital—its people, culture, challenges, business, sports and innovations.
