FLASHBACK: Ahmad Ahmad in a chat with President Akufo-Addo
THE PRESIDENT of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Ahmad Ahmad, has congratulated President Akufo-Addo on his appointment as Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).
“It is my pleasure to extend my congratulations to you on your appointment as the Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).
“On behalf of the Executive Committee of CAF and personally, I wish you every success in your endeavors. I am certain that during your chairmanship, ECOWAS will maintain and accelerate its constructive and sympathetic contribution to African football.
“As you embark upon your new responsibilities, I wish to assure you and the people of West Africa of CAF’s continued support and friendship. I am certain that during your presidency, ECOWAS will maintain and accelerate its constructive contribution to African football.
“Kindly accept, Mr. President, once again my warm congratulations on your appointment and my best wishes as you prepare to take up the responsibilities and challenges of your high office,” the letter read.
President Akufo-Addo was on Monday, September 8, 2020 elected as the new Chairman of ECOWAS at the 57th ECOWAS Summit, held in Niamey, Niger.
He replaces Nigerien President Muhamadou Issoufour, who steered the activity of the authority for a year.