NSA Boss Invited as Ghana Gears Up for 2026 IFBB West Africa Championship
Ghana is steadily building momentum ahead of the highly anticipated 2026 IFBB West Africa Championship, with key stakeholders intensifying preparations to deliver a memorable event.
In a significant step towards ensuring a successful competition, the President of the Ghana Bodybuilding and Fitness Association (GBFA), Abdul Haye Yartey, together with the Local Organising Committee (LOC), paid a courtesy call on the Director General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Yaw Ampofo Ankrah. The visit was to officially inform and invite the NSA boss to this year’s championship.
The meeting, described as productive and forward-looking, highlighted the growing importance of bodybuilding and fitness in Ghana’s sporting landscape. Yaw Ampofo Ankrah commended the federation for its dedication and consistent efforts in developing the sport, assuring them of his full support. He also confirmed his intention to attend the championship, underlining the NSA’s commitment to promoting diverse sporting disciplines across the country.
On his part, Abdul Haye Yartey expressed confidence in Ghana’s readiness to host the prestigious regional event. He emphasized that the federation, in collaboration with the LOC, is working tirelessly to ensure a well-organized and competitive championship that will meet international standards. He further called on sports enthusiasts, fitness lovers, and the general public to come out in their numbers to support the event.
The 2026 IFBB West Africa Championship is scheduled to take place on April 24, 2026, at the iconic National Theatre in Accra, with proceedings set to begin at 5:00 PM.
The championship is expected to attract top bodybuilding and fitness athletes from across West Africa, making it one of the biggest events on the regional bodybuilding calendar. Competitors will showcase strength, physique, and discipline across various categories, while fans can look forward to an evening filled with intense competition and entertainment.
With Ghana hosting, expectations are high for a strong showing from local athletes, as the nation aims to assert itself as a powerhouse in bodybuilding within the West African region.
As the countdown begins, all eyes will be on Accra for what promises to be a thrilling celebration of fitness, strength, and sporting excellence.