Weightlifter of the Year at the 49th Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) Awards, Winnifred Ntumi, has called on the minister designate for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, to pay attention to the 'lesser-known' sports when he takes charge of the sector.

The 21-year-old, who won Ghana's first medals at the 2023 African Games, has lamented on challenges in her sport in the past despite chalking successes for the nation.

Ntumi is not the only one to have been left frustrated with the lack of focus on her sport as other federations and associations have also had similar challenges.

However, with a change in personnel, Ntumi seeks a change in direction going forward.

"I will be happy if he focuses on lesser-known sports," she said on Joy Sports Link on Saturday, January 25.

"If he comes to power, he should do his very best. We need equipment to help us compete in international competitions. I’ve been using my wrist wrap and boots since 2019."

Ntumi, having also chalked many successes on the continent, has her sight set on making the Olympic Games one day.

"It is my dream to get to the Olympics. My aim is to get to that platform," she added.