Accra, Ghana – Samson Deen, the incumbent president of the National Paralympic Committee of Ghana (NPC Ghana), has officially thrown his hat into the ring for re-election in the upcoming October 4th polls.
Deen, who has led the para sports governing body since 2019, made his intentions clear while speaking with reporters following Saturday’s Extraordinary General Assembly.
The current NPC Ghana chief cited a desire to build on the progress achieved during his first term, but an acknowledgment that more work remains.
“Yes, I will contest. I will contest for President of the National Paralympic Committee for the second time on October 4,” Deen stated.
“I feel my work and vision for NPC Ghana have not hit the best level yet,” Deen explained. “I wish to see to the point where some of the officers you saw could be groomed and trained when they are put through the rigors of the plans of the African region so they can handle it successfully.”
Deen highlighted several key accomplishments during his first term, including the establishment of a national training center for Paralympic athletes, the successful hosting of the 2023 African Paralympic Games, and the record-breaking performance of Ghana’s Paralympic team at the 2020 Tokyo Games, where they won a total of six medals, while also increasing athlete participation at major events like the Paralympics and Commonwealth Games.
However, his tenure has not been without challenges, including what he described as “negative and unproductive activities” aimed at undermining the administration’s efforts.
“We have made significant strides in promoting and developing Paralympic sports in our country, and I am proud of the achievements we have made together.
“However my work is far from done.”There is still much to be accomplished, and I believe that with your continued support, we can take Ghana’s Paralympic movement to even greater heights.”
Deen’s re-election bid sets the stage for a potentially competitive presidential vote as NPC Ghana’s membership prepares to elect its next leader on October 4th.
He doubles as the President of the African Paralympic Committee (APC).
The administrator aims to earn another four-year term to continue advancing paralympic sports across Ghana and the African region.
