Ghana’s national armwrestling team, the Golden Arms, has received a major boost ahead of the 14th Africa Armwrestling Championship set to take place in Abuja, Nigeria next week. Multiple institutions have responded to the Ghana Armwrestling Federation’s call for support, offering insurance, funding, logistics, and gear to ensure successful participation.
GLICO Life Insurance has stepped in with comprehensive travel insurance for the contingent, covering both the Africa Championship and the upcoming World Armwrestling Championship in Bulgaria. This gesture underscores the growing corporate confidence in armwrestling’s potential and impact.
In addition, The Hope Brand (THB), recently named official kit sponsor, has delivered stylish performance kits that will debut at the competition, reinforcing the team’s identity on the continental stage.
Broad National Support
- The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has reaffirmed its long-standing relationship with GAF, offering health insurance and championship sponsorship.
- The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has supported the team through its corporate social responsibility programs.
- The Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), which is championing workplace wellness, is actively backing the Golden Arms’ travel plans.
- The Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) and Ministry of Sports and Recreation (MoSR) have also endorsed and supported Ghana’s participation in the championship.
Institutions such as the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA), SIC Insurance Ltd, OmniBSIC, the Ghana Police Service, Ghana Immigration Service, and Ghana Prisons Service have all played crucial roles in supporting the team’s journey to Abuja.
Ghana Eyes Victory Again
Having emerged champions in 2018 and 2023, Ghana’s Golden Arms are poised to make another statement in African armwrestling. Led by Coach Husseini Akuetteh Addy, the team is training intensively and carries high expectations.
“Winning medals is in our DNA,” Coach Husseini stated. “With the support we’ve received, we’re confident in our ability to bring glory to Ghana once again.”
The Africa Armwrestling Championship brings together elite athletes from over 20 countries, and Ghana’s participation will be one of the most anticipated highlights of the event.
