Former Black Stars captain Stephen Appiah has underlined his commitment to safeguarding the values of the game after being appointed to Ghana’s newly inaugurated National Anti-Doping Board, insisting he will approach the role with seriousness and responsibility.
Appiah, who also serves as Vice Chairman of the Black Stars Management Committee, brings a rare blend of elite playing experience and administrative insight to the body charged with protecting clean sport in Ghana.
His appointment places one of the country’s most respected football figures at the heart of the national anti-doping framework at a critical time for Ghanaian sport.
“Football gave me everything, and protecting its integrity is a duty I do not take lightly,” Appiah wrote on Instagram.
“I am grateful for the opportunity to serve Mother Ghana once again as a member of Ghana’s National Anti-Doping Board. I accept this role with a strong commitment to fair play, discipline and clean sport for generations to come.”
Appiah remains one of the defining figures of modern Ghana football, having captained the Black Stars at their first FIFA World Cup in Germany in 2006 and led the team to a historic quarter-final finish at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.
His leadership on and off the pitch has since seen him remain closely involved in national team affairs, particularly in areas relating to player welfare and team management.
The National Anti-Doping Board was officially sworn in at a ceremony in Accra on Tuesday and will be chaired by Professor Francis Dodoo, former President of Ghana Athletics and the Ghana Olympic Committee.
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