Accra: Madam Christiana Ashley has been appointed the President of the Ghana Chess Association (GCA), polling a remarkable 83.2 per cent of the total votes cast. The keenly contested elections featured nine key positions up for grabs, setting the stage for a decisive and highly anticipated showdown.
According to Ghana News Agency, Madam Ashley's victory on Saturday reflected the trust delegates had in her leadership vision, signaling a renewed sense of ambition and strategic direction for the future of chess. Having served as General Secretary and Vice President of the Ghana Chess Association, the newly-elected President steps into the presidency armed with a wealth of experience.
Speaking in an interview with GNA Sport, she expressed profound gratitude to delegates for the overwhelming endorsement, promising a results-driven leadership. She further noted that her vision is to position Ghana as a formidable force in African chess, while building a sustainable system that nurtures young prodigies into world-class competitors.
The Sports Administrator emphasized her determination to expand grassroots chess programmes in schools and communities, strengthen regional structures, and create more competitive platforms for emerging talents. Madam Ashley further emphasized unity within the chess fraternity, calling on stakeholders, corporate bodies, and development partners to rally behind a shared vision.
The full list of newly elected executives includes Ashley Christiana Naa Merley as President, Ayiku Angela Naa Amerley as Vice President (Administration), Fomevor Clinton Cephas as Vice President (Technical), Kporxah Maxwell Kwasi as General Secretary, Mills-Pappoe Benjamin Adoayi as Financial Secretary, Dzima Betty as Treasurer, Acheampong George Koomson as Organizing Secretary, Anhwere Bernard as Players' Representative, and Benson Maud as Youth Coordinator.