Mohammed Sahnoon, the incumbent Secretary -General of the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) and President of the Ghana Cycling Federation, has officially declared his intention to seek re-election for a second term in the forthcoming GOC executive elections.

With nominations officially opened on March 28 and set to close on April 18, the race for key positions within the GOC is heating up ahead of the highly anticipated elective congress on April 26 at the Accra International Conference Centre.

In a significant move, Mr Sahnoon has also thrown his weight behind Richard Akpokavie’s bid for the GOC presidency, setting the stage for a fiercely contested battle. The position has been left open following the decision of outgoing GOC

President, Ben Nunoo Mensah, to step aside after serving two consecutive terms at the helm of Ghana’s Olympic movement.

Having served as the GOC’s top administrator for the last four years, Mr Sahnoon believes his wealth of experience makes him the best candidate to continue overseeing the organisation’s affairs.

He outlined his vision for a third term, emphasising the need to strengthen the role of the GOC Executive Committee in decision-making, leverage Olympic Solidarity platforms to boost athlete development, promote gender equity in sports, and enhance sporting infrastructure across the country.

“Together, we will champion policies that prioritise inclusivity, innovation, and accountability,” he pledged.

 Support for Akpokavie

Mr Sahnoon was unequivocal in his endorsement of Akpokavie’s presidential bid, describing him as the ideal candidate to lead the GOC into a new era. He highlighted Akpokavie’s deep understanding of the organisation’s challenges and his ability to implement sustainable solutions.

“Having served as Secretary — General for eight years, he possesses an in-depth knowledge of administrative frameworks, transparency, accountability, and good governance—cornerstones of effective leadership,” Mr Sahnoon stated in a social media post.

He stressed that strong governance was the foundation for progress in sports, adding that Mr Akpokavie’s leadership philosophy is built on empowering institutions, enhancing capacity, upholding ethical standards, and implementing long-term strategic growth plans.

Mr Sahnoon urged the sporting fraternity to rally behind Mr Akpokavie’s candidacy, citing his distinguished service as GOC General Secretary, his tenure as President of the Ghana Hockey Association, and his steadfast commitment to governance excellence.

“His proven track record, coupled with his unwavering dedication to integrity and progress, makes him the ideal leader to take our organisation to new heights,” he declared. “Let us unite behind a vision that puts the future of Ghanaian sports first.”