By: Nicholas Akussah
Mr. Frederick Lartey Otu has been re-elected as President of the Ghana Taekwondo Federation, a position he will hold until 2030. The national elections took place on Saturday, 17th July, 2026 at the Media Center of the Accra Sports Stadium, where delegates from across the country gathered to vote for new leadership. Otu emerged victorious in a competitive contest, securing his mandate for another four-year term. https://www.myjoyonline.com/
In the presidential race, Otu polled 16 votes out of 27 delegates to defeat his challenger, Charles Tsibo Cromwell. The election was closely watched by members of the taekwondo community.
Other key positions were also filled during the exercise. Maxwell Theodore Alornyo was elected Vice President with 14 votes, while Kankpenuba Peter N. Wisdom and Simon Koku Gluikpor were both elected as Board Members with 16 votes each.
Speaking to the media after the results were announced, President Otu called for unity and collaboration across all sectors to drive the total development of taekwondo in Ghana. He stated that his administration would work to strengthen structures within the federation and ensure the sport receives the needed support at the grassroots and elite levels. He also announced plans to form several committees in line with the federation’s constitution to streamline operations.
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Mr. Otu emphasized inclusivity as a key pillar of his new term. He said he would appoint other members onto the various committees to ensure broad representation and participation in decision-making. According to him, bringing more stakeholders on board will help expand the sport’s reach and create more opportunities for athletes, coaches, and officials nationwide.
The re-elected President also urged the media to prioritize accurate and consistent reporting on taekwondo activities. He noted that increased media coverage will help raise the profile of the sport and attract sponsorship and public interest.
