CAF and FIFA instructor Thomas Nunoo has raised serious concerns about the standard of officiating in the ongoing Ghana Premier League season.
Officiating controversies have repeatedly overshadowed play, with several high-profile incidents fuelling widespread dissatisfaction among clubs and fans.
In the Matchday 19 fixture, Asante Kotoko were controversially denied a goal against Bibiani GoldStars, while Young Apostles have threatened to boycott the league over what they describe as unfair refereeing.
Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ultimate Sports Show, Nunoo described the recent performances of referees as “worrying,” stressing that the issue should not be left solely to the league’s Review Committee.
“The recent performance of our referees in the Ghana Premier League is worrying,” he said.
“We should not wait for the Review Committee to raise concerns; we should be able to ask questions and make decisions.”
Nunoo also suggested that some referees’ decisions may be influenced by their positions, a claim that has intensified calls for urgent reforms.
“Many of the decisions of some Premier League referees appear to be influenced by their positions,” Nunoo added.
In response to the growing criticism, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) is reportedly planning a meeting with match officials to address the concerns and restore confidence in officiating standards.
