President of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, has admitted the worrying decline of the country's sporting prowess in recent years.

In the past, Ghana had been a force to reckon with on the continent as well as the world at large as far as sports is concerned.

Successes including medals at the Olympic Games, boxing laurels and track and field achievements as well as excelling in football at the youth and senior levels were among the celebrated moments in Ghana's sporting history.

However, these days the country has found it difficult to come to the party when required.

Mahama, having admitted the decline, says is committed to ensuring the country returns to its glory days again.

"Ghana's sports sector, once again, which was a shining example of excellence within Africa, now finds itself at a very critical juncture," he said during the Stae of the Nation's Address on the floor of Parliament on Thursday, February 27.

"Historically, our nation has been celebrated and has had remarkable achievements in boxing, football, and athletics. Unfortunately, this is no longer the case.

"However, recent years have unveiled the depressing structural deficiencies in administration, funding, infrastructure, and talent development. Immediate and comprehensive reforms are imperative to reclaim our rightful place on the global sports stage."

The change needs to happen fast as the Black Stars prepare for 2026 World Cup qualification action after missing out on the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to be staged in Morocco.