Mr. Ben Nunoo Mensah has officially handed over leadership to Mr. Richard Akpokavie after serving as President of the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) for eight years, in a ceremony held Tuesday morning at the Olympic House in Ridge, Accra.

The transition marked a new chapter for the GOC, with Mr. Nunoo Mensah presenting key items such as documents, sporting kits, and assets used in previous Olympic and Commonwealth Games.

The handover was brief yet meaningful, signifying the formal end of one administration and the beginning of another.

During the event, Mr. Nunoo Mensah encouraged the new leadership to sustain and expand on the progress made during his tenure.

He specifically highlighted the importance of continuing the OlympiAfrica project based in Amasaman.

He congratulated Mr. Akpokavie and his team, wishing them success in their efforts to advance Ghanaian sports.

Also as part of the transition, outgoing Treasurer Mr. Frederick Acheampong handed over financial records and assets to Mr. Evans Yeboah, the newly elected Treasurer.

In his acceptance remarks, Mr. Akpokavie expressed appreciation for the trust placed in him and committed to protecting the legacy left behind by Mr. Nunoo Mensah.

He called for teamwork and open collaboration among board members, sports federations, and the media to push Ghana’s sporting ambitions forward.

Newly appointed Secretary General, Mr. Mohammed Muniru, also recognized the achievements of the outgoing administration and assured stakeholders that the GOC remains receptive to guidance and ideas from past leaders to further promote sports in the country.

The handover ceremony drew several prominent figures from the GOC, including Mr. Isaac Duah (former Assistant Treasurer), Mr. Mawuko Afadzinu (1st Vice President), Mr. Ernest Danso (3rd Vice President), Mr. Baba Fuseini (Deputy Secretary General), Mr. Nii Lante Bannerman (Assistant Treasurer), and Mr. Kamal Sulley (newly elected Board Member).