The National Sports Authority (NSA) has denied claims that its officials collected about $623,000 from people seeking FIFA World Cup visas.
The Authority said it never authorised any visa collection scheme.
It also denied setting up an office at a stadium to receive payments or process visa applications.
The NSA visa allegations follow reports that some individuals allegedly took money from members of the public.
According to the reports, the payments were made with promises of helping applicants secure World Cup visas.
NSA explains its position
In a statement issued on September 15, 2026, the NSA described the allegations as false.
“The Authority has not engaged in, sanctioned or authorised any visa-related activities of the kind alleged in the publication,” the statement said.
The Authority also stressed that it had no official arrangement for collecting visa-related payments.
It urged the public and the media to avoid treating unverified claims as established facts.
The NSA said investigations must establish whether any individuals acted with official approval.
Authority clarifies TRIBE FEST partnership
The NSA also explained its relationship with TRIBE FEST.
According to the Authority, TRIBE FEST is a FIFA-licensed partner.
The organisation worked with the NSA, the Ghana Tourism Authority and other partners on fan activities.
These activities included World Cup viewing events and event mobilisation.
However, the NSA said the partnership did not give TRIBE FEST permission to collect money for visas.
It also said neither its employees nor any other person had received such authority.
NSA acknowledges CID petition
The Authority said it was aware of reports that a petition had been submitted to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service.
However, it said it had not received official details of the petition.
The NSA therefore declined to comment on the people who may have been named.
Despite rejecting the allegations, the Authority promised to cooperate with investigators.
“The Director-General and any other officer of the Authority will make themselves available and provide all necessary assistance if invited by the Police,” the statement said.
NSA calls for lawful investigations
The Authority said any proven misconduct must be handled according to the law.
It also warned against linking the alleged actions of individuals to the institution without evidence of official authorisation.
The NSA management reiterated its commitment to supporting any lawful investigation into the matter.
The allegations remain subject to investigation.
Source: ModernGhana
