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Samson Deen elected President of Ghana’s National Paralympic Committee
Samson Deen was elected President of Ghana’s National Paralympic Committee at Accra Sports Stadium on 6 July 2019.
Samson Deen was elected President of Ghana’s National Paralympic Committee at Accra Sports Stadium on 6 July 2019. Contemporary reporting by Sammy Heywood Okine recorded a seven-to-six vote against Shabaan Mohammed.
The story
Deen, then leading Ghana’s Para powerlifting association, pledged inclusive leadership and greater support for Para athletes. Fred Otu Lartey became vice-president, Peter Adjei secretary and Evans Yeboah treasurer. The newly elected leadership set out ambitions to strengthen partnerships and preparations for future international competition.