Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Executive Council member Sammy Anim Addo has strongly criticized the GFA, accusing referee Maxwell Hanson of being involved in questionable practices after Accra Lions complained about his officiating in their 1-0 loss to Dreams FC.Accra Lions expressed frustration, claiming they were unfairly treated and calling for changes in Ghanaian football.

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Dreams FC, however, defended Hanson, suggesting that poor officiating is something all clubs face at times.Anim Addo, now President of Young Apostles, joined the criticism, calling Hanson a “hatchet man.” He shared on X how GFA officials had previously silenced him when he raised concerns about officiating.MAXWELL HANSON IS THEIR MAN FOR ´DIRTY’ WORKS.

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Ghana’s focus the last few weeks has been about the last general elections and inauguration of a new set of political and governance leaders many consider a new dawn following diverse challenges for years now.The intensity of the… pic.twitter.com/Q6yiRPC9HU— Sammy Anim Addo (@AnimSammy) January 9, 2025 “Maxwell Hanson is their man for ‘dirty works,’” Anim Addo wrote.

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“I sounded the alarm bells months ago but I was vehemently challenged with every attempt to ‘shush’ me by the leadership of Ghana Football… His disgraceful conduct undermines the league’s quality.”Anim Addo further alleged that he had been threatened with relegation for speaking out, stating, “I have been threatened many times already that this GFA administration will ensure foul means to relegate my club, Young Apostles.

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But, I want to sound caution to them, that, it is not the worst they can do to me and my continuous investment and commitment to Ghana football.”The controversy surrounding Hanson’s decisions during the Dreams FC vs. Accra Lions match has sparked widespread reactions, with fans and stakeholders expressing dissatisfaction with his officiating.

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