Government confirms sponsorship for 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season

The Ghanaian government is sponsoring the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League as part of efforts to strengthen domestic football, Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Iddie Adams has confirmed. Adams said the government’s financial support is intended to help Premier League clubs become more financially sustainable and eventually operate without relying heavily on state funding. The announcement comes as the Ghana Premier League continues to operate without a major commercial title sponsor, leaving clubs with limited financial backing in recent years. The return of President John Dramani Mahama’s administration in 2025 brought renewed government intervention in domestic football, with the state committing resources towards supporting the top flight. Speaking to Max TV, Adams confirmed that government funding is currently supporting the Premier League and said the objective is to assist until clubs are able to stand on their own financially. “Government is sponsoring it (GPL) and intends to continue to sponsor up to a point that the clubs can be on their feet,” Adams said. The Buem Member of Parliament added that the government's broader objective goes beyond the immediate financial support for the Premier League. “Government is interested in building our domestic clubs and leagues,” he said. The government’s involvement was previously announced at the launch of the broadcaster for the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season, where Ghana Football Association president Kurt Okraku disclosed the state’s investment in the competition. Ahead of the start of the current 2026/27 campaign, each of the 18 Premier League clubs received GH¢1 million in financial support. The funding is expected to help clubs cover operational costs as they navigate the demands of the season, while the government hopes its intervention will improve the financial stability and overall development of domestic football. Adams indicated that government support could eventually be redirected towards other areas of football development once clubs are sufficiently stable to manage their own finances. The 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season began in September, with the league featuring 18 clubs competing for the championship and continental places.Source: ghanasoccernet.com
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