President Jerry Shaib of the Ghana Weightlifting Federation awaits directives from the International Weightlifting Federation following a disrupted electoral congress. He cited potential political interference, particularly by former Sports Minister Nii Lante Vanderpuye, and emphasized the need for formal guidance before proceeding with elections.
President Jerry Shaib of the Ghana Weightlifting Federation is currently awaiting guidance from the International Weightlifting Federation regarding the scheduling of a new elections date. This comes after the electoral congress held on March 8 at the Accra Sports Stadium was disrupted, hindering the appointment of new federation executives.
In an exclusive interview with Citi Sports, Shaib emphasized the importance of the International Weightlifting Federation’s directives, stating that their warning against external interference in their affairs must be adhered to. He mentioned, “My General Assembly serves as my board, and if they decide we should proceed, I am fine with that. However, I will still wait for the International Weightlifting Federation to issue a formal directive in writing. That way, I will be in a stronger position to address any challenges that may arise.”
The incident at the electoral congress has raised serious concerns about potential political interference in the governance of sports. Shaib expressed that former Sports Minister Nii Lante Vanderpuye may have played a role in the disruption, casting further doubt on the integrity of the election process.
In summary, Jerry Shaib is awaiting formal instructions from the International Weightlifting Federation following the disrupted electoral congress in Ghana. The event has raised alarms regarding political meddling in sports governance, particularly concerning former Sports Minister Nii Lante Vanderpuye’s involvement. Shaib’s insistence on following international guidance reflects a commitment to maintaining the integrity of the federation’s processes.
Original Source: citisportsonline.com
