Ben Nunoo Mensah, the President of the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC), has called upon the leadership of Hearts of Oak, including Togbe Afede, to broaden fan ownership by facilitating more supporters to acquire shares in the club.
In an interview with Accra-based Radio Gold, Nunoo Mensah stressed the indispensable role of supporters in the club's activities and emphasized the necessity to reinvigorate fan ownership.
He suggested leveraging the availability of unsubscribed shares and those yet to be made available to actively involve fans in the club's ownership structure.
"The supporters play a crucial role in our present endeavors. There are shares still available for subscription or yet to be floated. Why not seize this moment, armed with the knowledge and awareness supporters now have about the club, and invite them to participate by floating these shares again?" he proposed.
Nunoo Mensah proposed a systematic approach, advocating for the development of a clear plan for issuing shares and launching educational campaigns to enlighten supporters about the advantages of ownership.
"Let's devise a roadmap for the issuance of shares and then embark on educating the supporters. With the right approach, I believe they will enthusiastically embrace the opportunity to invest in Accra Hearts of Oak," he stated optimistically.
Expressing confidence in the fans' dedication to the club, he envisioned a scenario where supporters would eagerly embrace the chance to invest in Accra Hearts of Oak.
"I am confident that, given what they've witnessed, the supporters will eagerly come forward to own Accra Hearts of Oak. Every club draws its strength from the community it serves," he emphasized.
Recognizing the interdependent relationship between clubs and their communities, Nunoo Mensah underscored the importance of fan participation in ensuring the enduring success of the club.
As Hearts of Oak prepares for their Matchday 25 clash against Medeama SC at Akoon Park, Nunoo Mensah's call for expanded fan ownership adds a new dimension to the club's ongoing endeavors. Kick-off is scheduled for 15:00 GMT.
