FULL TEXT: Akufo-Addo's congratulatory message to Team Ghana at African Games

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has praised Ghana's contingent at the 13th African Games for a historic haul of medals.

Team Ghana managed to get 68 medals at the end of the games which officially closed on March 23, 2024.

In his statement posted on social media, Akufo-Addo reserved praise for the athletes, their "coaches, officials and support staff who have played invaluable roles in preparing and guiding our sports persons throughout their journey.

"Your tireless efforts have been instrumental in shaping this historic triumph," the statement read in part.

He also took a swipe at persons he described as naysayers, accusing them of doubting Ghana's resolve to host the games.

CONGRATULATORY MESSAGE TO GHANA’S CONTINGENT AT THE 13TH AFRICA GAMES, ACCRA 2023

I extend warmest congratulations to Ghana’s contingent for their outstanding
performances at the 13th Africa Games, Accra 2023, held right here in Accra.

Our nation won a total of sixty-eight (68) medals — nineteen (19) gold, twenty-nine (29) silver, and twenty (20) bronze — by far the largest haul in our nation's history at this prestigious event.

To each and every member of the Ghanaian team, I commend you for your dedication, perseverance and unwavering commitment to excellence. Your excellent achievements have not only brought glory to our nation, but have also inspired a
new generation of sports persons across our beloved country. You have showcased the best of Ghana to the world.

I must also express my profound gratitude to the coaches, officials and support staff who have played invaluable roles in preparing and guiding our sports persons throughout their journey. Your tireless efforts have been instrumental in shaping this historic triumph.

To the people of Ghana, I thank you for believing in the ability of Government to host the Games, the first time in our history. I am also grateful that you did not listen to the naysayers who doubted our nation’s resolve, and urged us to cancel the games. Let the success of these Games serve as a catalyst to invest further in sports development, and empower our youth to reach greater heights on the international stage.

As we bask in the glory of this unprecedented success, let us also reaffirm our
commitment to promoting sports as a tool for national development and unity. Together, we can harness the power of sports to build a stronger, healthier, and more prosperous Ghana for generations to come.

Once again, congratulations to all members of the Ghanaian contingent; they have made us proud, and their legacy will inspire countless others to dream big, and never give up on their aspirations.

- President Akufo-Addo



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