Speaker of Parliament Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin led a high-profile delegation to the Jubilee House on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, to officially present the coveted Democracy Cup trophy to President John Dramani Mahama.
The ceremonial handover marked a significant milestone in the buildup to the second edition of the Democracy Cup, scheduled to take place on Friday, September 5, at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium.
The presentation ceremony was attended by key figures from Ghana’s sports ecosystem, including Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams and officials from the National Sports Authority.
The gathering underscored the growing importance of the Democracy Cup as both a sporting spectacle and a symbol of Ghana’s democratic values.
President Mahama expressed deep appreciation for the initiative during the ceremony, highlighting the unique role that football plays in strengthening democratic participation among Ghanaians.
The President emphasized how sporting events like the Democracy Cup serve as powerful platforms for fostering national unity and encouraging civic engagement across different segments of society.
The main event will feature a highly anticipated clash between two of Ghana’s most storied football clubs, Accra Hearts of Oak and Accra Great Olympics. Both teams will compete for the prestigious trophy, with the winner earning more than just bragging rights.
According to the Ghana Football Association, the victorious team will secure an opportunity to participate in a three-team tournament in the United States scheduled for May 2026, adding an international dimension to the domestic competition.
The football festivities will commence with an exhibition match between parliamentary and judicial teams, creating a unique spectacle where Ghana’s legislative and judicial branches engage in friendly sporting competition.
Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga is set to captain Parliament’s football team in the much-anticipated curtain-raiser match against the Judiciary, bringing additional political intrigue to the sporting event.
During the earlier trophy reception ceremony, Speaker Bagbin delivered remarks emphasizing the connection between football and Ghana’s democratic processes, reflecting on how sporting activities can serve as vehicles for promoting democratic ideals and community participation.
The Democracy Cup represents an innovative approach to civic engagement, using Ghana’s passion for football to create platforms for democratic discourse and national unity.
The event builds on the success of the inaugural edition, which established the competition as a meaningful addition to Ghana’s sporting calendar.
The University of Ghana Sports Stadium is expected to witness a capacity crowd as football enthusiasts and democracy advocates converge to celebrate both sporting excellence and democratic values.
The timing of the event, coming at a period when Ghana continues to strengthen its democratic institutions, makes the Democracy Cup particularly significant in the country’s political and sporting landscape.
This year’s edition promises to deliver exceptional entertainment while reinforcing the vital connection between sports, democracy, and national development in Ghana’s ongoing democratic journey.
Story Written By Prince Asante Kwarteng | Kobby Kyei Media
