A high-ranking delegation has called on the family of the late Fabulous Ladies player, Agartha Takyiwaa, to express condolences and to assure the family of the Association's support.
During the visit, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) assured the bereaved family of its full backing during this difficult time. The delegation conveyed the personal and institutional support of President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, stating that the football community stands with the grieving family.
The delegation stated that the Association is cooperating with the Ghana Police Service to ensure that the perpetrators are brought to book and that justice is served.
The GFA also assured the family of its readiness to assist through the Ashanti Regional Football Association office with logistical or financial needs required to give the player a befitting burial.
The delegation was led by Executive Council Members Dr. Gifty Oware-Mensah and Frederick Acheampong, and included Ashanti Regional Football Association (RFA), Vice-Chairman Isaac Adu Gasper, Colts Football Chairman Kwabena Owusu Dankwa and Referees Manager David Kumah.
Others included RFA Security Coordinator Moro Iddrisu, Ashanti RFA Secretary Ntim Andrews, Fabulous Ladies FC President Habiba Atta Forson, CEO Augustine Nana Atuahene, Dreamz Ladies FC President Owura Adomako, Kumasi Sports Academy CEO Foster Antwi and Regional Driver Sulemana Yussif.
The visit reaffirmed the GFA's commitment to the welfare of its members and its resolve to honour the memory of Agartha. The Association will continue to work closely with the family and the relevant authorities to ensure that justice is served and that her contribution to women's football in Ghana is duly honoured.
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