Former President of the Ghana Football Association Kwesi Nyantakyi has apologised to President Akufo-Addo, for naming him in the Number 12 expose.
In an interview with Onua TV, Kwesi Nyantakyi said he spoke more than necessary in the meeting with the so-called Arabian investors.
"I admit I was wrong to mention the President [Akufo-Addo] and his Vice [Dr Mahamudu Bawumia] in that incident. I am sorry and I hope they forgive me," he said.
In 2018, Kwesi Nyantakyi was forcefully removed from office by FIFA and CAF following an investigative report by Anas Aremeyaw Anas.
‘Number 12’, which exposed widespread corruption in Ghana football, showed Kwesi Nyantakyi in a meeting with potential investors discussing matters relating to Ghana football.
His discussions, however, extended beyond the confines of football.
In one of such meetings, Nyantakyi advised the ‘investors’ to bribe the president, his vice and some cabinet ministers to do business in Ghana.
Looking back on his actions, Kwesi Nyantakyi admits that he said more than necessary and wants to be forgiven.
‘‘When I met the so-called Sheikh Al-Thani, I suggested to him that he needed to give money to the President and his vice.
"I was wrong at the time and I should not have said that. I regret those comments and I hope all including the Ministers I mentioned are able to forgive me.’’
Nyantakyi is now a parliamentary candidate hopeful of the New Patriotic Party for the Ejisu seat.
Latest Stories
-
Ghana’s Chief of Staff emphasises essence of journalistic integrity in Climate Change reporting
5 mins -
Minister highlights media’s crucial role in climate change advocacy at 3rd African Media Convention
18 mins -
Brazil named 2027 Women’s World Cup hosts
24 mins -
Renal Patients Association demands fairness in NHIS coverage
25 mins -
Theophilus Berchie: Towards a sustainable future: embracing Mahama’s vision for small-scale mining in Ghana
26 mins -
Voter ID cards of Akosombo Dam flood victims will be replaced for free – EC assures NDC
31 mins -
GJA President calls on African journalists to enhance media freedom with innovative approaches
33 mins -
Election 2024: NPP has no choice but to vacate Jubilee House, hand over power – NDC
34 mins -
7 subtle signs you’re in love with a misogynistic man
35 mins -
Joy Impact Makers Awards 2024: Nominees unveiled
38 mins -
I will order any appointee who engages in mining to resign – Mahama
44 mins -
Mahama won’t be accountable to you because he won’t seek reelection – Bawumia to Ghanaians
47 mins -
Bawumia promises 30% expenditure cut when elected
52 mins -
We don’t calculate customs duties in foreign currency – GRA clarifies
54 mins -
Limited voter registration: 2 Nigerians arrested in Asokore Mampong
1 hour