We are now crying over our football and what Anas did to me? You see, God is not “Alata Nii”. Everyone will get his or her punishment. May God forgive us all – Kwesi Nyantakyi finally reacts to the damages the Anas exposé has brought to Ghana football
Kwesi Nyantakyi, the former president of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), has spoken out in reaction to the controversial investigative exposé by investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas, which implicated him in a bribery scandal. Nyantakyi, who was once one of the most influential figures in African football, has expressed his thoughts on the situation, reflecting on the events that unfolded and offering his perspective on justice and the consequences of the scandal.
Speaking in an exclusive interview with Joe Laka on Kessben TV, Nyantakyi discussed the state of Ghana’s football following the exposé, which led to his downfall. He said, “We are now crying over our football and what Anas did to me? You see, God is not a human being. Everyone will get his or her punishment. May God forgive us all.”
Following the release of the documentary, Nyantakyi faced severe repercussions, including a lifetime ban from football-related activities by FIFA and a criminal case that ultimately resulted in his acquittal on charges of corruption. However, the damage to his career and personal reputation was significant.
Nyantakyi also touched on the theme of forgiveness in his statement, asking for God’s forgiveness for himself and others. “May God forgive us all,” he said, suggesting that he acknowledges the flaws within the system and the mistakes made by various individuals. This could be interpreted as a humble plea for mercy, as well as an acknowledgment that those who were involved in the scandal whether directly or indirectly may need to seek forgiveness for their actions.
For many, this statement from Nyantakyi may seem like an attempt to find peace amidst the turmoil that followed the Number 12 exposé. It serves as a reflection on the emotional and psychological toll that such a public scandal can take on a person, and the internal reconciliation that may follow.
Nyantakyi’s reflection on Ghanaian football in the wake of the scandal speaks to the ongoing struggles that the country’s football administration faces. While reforms have been made, and efforts to rebuild the sport’s image have been underway, the wounds caused by the scandal are still fresh for many football fans and stakeholders in Ghana. The country’s football scene has yet to fully recover from the damage to its reputation, and the question remains: how can Ghanaian football regain its former glory?
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