“Team Otu” Unveils Four-Man Ticket for GTF 2026 Executive Board Election

The Ghana Taekwondo Federation (GTF) is set for an Executive Board Election on July 18, 2026, with a newly unveiled ticket, “Team Otu,” formally launching its campaign under the slogan “Together, We Deliver”

The team is headlined by presidential candidate Mr. Frederick Lartey Otu, whose candidacy is anchored on a platform of proven leadership, proven results, and proven commitment. He is joined on the ticket by Mr. Maxwell Theodore Alornyo, running for Vice-President and campaigning as a visionary and dedicated leader ready to serve.

Rounding out the slate are two candidates for Executive Member positions, Mr. Kankpenuba Peter Nuntaa Wisdom, described as committed, competent and community-focused, and Mr. Simon Koku Gluikpor, positioned as an experienced, dependable and results-oriented administrator.

A Manifesto Centred on Athletes and Governance

Team Otu has outlined a clear set of commitments underpinning its bid for office. The ticket has pledged to:

1. Put athletes at the centre of all federation decisions
2. Promote transparency, good governance and accountability
3. Invest in the development of coaches, referees and technical officials
4. Strengthen regional development and inclusion across the country
5. Build strong partnerships to secure sustainable resources
6. Prepare and empower athletes to compete and win on the African and world stage

The team mission is to build a modern, inclusive and globally competitive Ghana Taekwondo Federation one that creates opportunities for every athlete, coach, referee and stakeholder in the sport.

This vision is anchored on four pillars. 1.A proven team, clear vision

2. Real experience
3. Firm commitment to service and development.

Campaign Slogan

Running under the banner “One Team. One Vision. One Goal. Excellence for Ghana”, the campaign is framing its bid as a pathway to stronger leadership and greater opportunities for Taekwondo practitioners nationwide, under the broader message, “Strong Leadership, Greater Opportunities, Brighter Future for Taekwondo in Ghana”

confidence, 15 top officials, comprising Executive Board members and Regional Association chiefs, endorsed his bid for a third term through a formal petition. The petition described Otu as a leader who has demonstrated “visionary leadership, resilience, and personal sacrifice in advancing taekwondo in Ghana”, and argued that “at this critical stage, there is no better or more experienced person to consolidate these gains”.

The GTF constitution, aligned with World Taekwondo regulations, permits Otu to seek re-election despite already serving two terms. With historic medals, Paralympic qualification, athlete development opportunities, and institutional reforms to his credit, Otu’s tenure has been marked by transformative achievements.

As the July 18 congress approaches, Frederick Lartey Otu stands on an unassailable record of success, poised to secure another mandate and lead Ghana taekwondo to even greater heights.