Former Gabon Captain Appointed As Minister Of Sports

Former Gabon Captain Appointed As Minister Of Sports

Sampson Adedeji 

Former Panthers captain Paul Kessany has been appointed as the country’s new Minister of Sports, marking a significant development in the ongoing overhaul of the national sports sector, BSNSports.com.ng reports

Kessany, 40, takes over the role at a critical moment for the nation’s football administration. 

His appointment comes in the wake of the disbandment of the national team and the controversial sidelining of star forward Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, decisions that have sparked widespread debate among fans and stakeholders.

Government authorities, in announcing Kessany’s appointment, issued a clear directive to the Football Federation, urging it to restore order, improve governance, and take full responsibility for its actions. 

The move signals a firm stance by the authorities to address lingering administrative issues and re-establish credibility within the football system.

As a former national team skipper, Kessany is widely regarded as a figure who understands the challenges facing players and administrators alike. 

Expectations are high that his leadership will help stabilize the sector and lay the groundwork for reforms aimed at rebuilding confidence in the country’s football management.