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Covid-19: Ghana won't sacrifice national safety for football clubs, says government official

Ghana's special advisor on health at the presidency Dr. Anthony Nsiah-Asare hints fans could only be allowed back in stadiums for football games when a vaccine is found for the coronavirus disease.

The pandemic has disrupted many events worldwide, forcing the world's major football leagues into a temporary halt or permanent cancellation.

Ghana has been no exception, as the disease, also known as Covid-19, has resulted in premature termination of the domestic football season including the Premier League (GPL).

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“[The] government have much interest in football," Dr. Nsiah-Asare told Kumasi FM.