As excitement builds over Ghana’s qualification for the World Cup, the Minority Caucus in Parliament has issued a subtle warning to the Minister for Sports and Recreation, urging him to tread carefully in his push for diaspora inclusion in the Black Stars squad.
In a statement shared by the Member of Parliament for Old Tafo, the caucus emphasised that while every Ghanaian with exceptional talent deserves the chance to wear the national colours, fairness and loyalty must guide all decisions regarding player selection.
According to the Minority, the players who fought through qualification “deserve nothing less than dignity and appreciation.”
They reminded the Minister that the road to qualification was not easy, a journey marked by grit, sacrifice, and determination.
“These young men fought for the jersey when the odds were heavily stacked against us. They travelled far, faced formidable opponents, and gave their all, physically and emotionally, to uphold the pride of our nation,” the statement said.
The group expressed concern that the Minister’s comments could unintentionally destabilise team morale if they create the impression that new players will replace those who secured Ghana’s qualification.
“Team spirit is fragile, and national unity within the squad must be protected. Every public statement must uplift our players, not sow division,” they cautioned.
The Minority called on the Minister to exercise “prudence in both words and actions,” emphasising that the best approach would be to strengthen the existing team rather than unsettle it.
“New talents should indeed be welcomed but to strengthen the squad, not to displace those who sacrificed for it,” the statement concluded.
