Wilson Arthur, Chairman of the FA Cup Committee and owner of Division One League side Skyy FC, has highlighted a concerning correlation between the depreciation of the cedi against the dollar and the overwhelming presence of foreign sports content in local media.
Addressing the issue on Oyerepa FM, Arthur stressed that over 75% of local sports coverage is dedicated to European football, exacerbating economic challenges in the country.
He emphasized the urgent need to promote local sports to counteract these economic implications.
“The foreign sports content on our local media spaces is over 75% and that is the major reason why the cedi is performing poorly against the dollar and the media is largely part of this problem,” Arthur said.
Despite these obstacles, Arthur expressed anticipation for the upcoming FA Cup semi-final matches, featuring holders Dreams FC against Bofoakwa Tano and Legon Cities against Nsoatreman FC, both set to take place at the WAFA Park in Sogakope.
