Bagbin presents Democracy Cup to Mahama

The inaugural Democracy Cup was officially handed over to President Mahama by Speaker Bagbin as a symbol of national unity and civic engagement.

Speaker Bagbin presents the Democracy Cup to President Mahama at the Jubilee House on Tuesday, highlighting the use of sports as a platform to deepen Ghana’s democracy. The initiative is designed to foster peace, unity, and democratic values across the country.

The presentation of the Democracy Cup to President Mahama underscores the connection between football and parliamentary outreach. Speaker Bagbin explained that linking football to Parliament provides a language that resonates with all Ghanaians, making democracy tangible and relatable.

“The presidency is the embodiment of national unity, the reason we are here today,” Speaker Bagbin said.

“The Democracy Cup has travelled with purpose and passion to bring Ghanaians together, and deliberate efforts are being made to equip physical education teachers in all 276 constituencies as part of this mission.”

He also announced that the grand finale of the competition will take place on Friday, September 5, 2025, featuring Accra Hearts of Oak and Accra Great Olympics, with a novelty match between Parliament and the Judiciary serving as the curtain-raiser.

President Mahama commended Speaker Bagbin for what he called a “very commendable initiative.” He emphasized that democracy is about more than elections; it is about accountability, transparency, and inclusion, and praised the Democracy Cup for uniting young people and citizens across the nation.

Speaker Bagbin concluded his presentation with a call to sustain Ghana’s democratic culture, declaring: “Long live the Democracy Cup, long live Ghana, glory be to God.”

The Democracy Cup was first launched in 2024 as part of a broader effort to use football to promote civic education and national unity. The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Bagbin, has championed the idea of leveraging the sport’s popularity to enhance public understanding of Ghana’s democratic system.

The match venue was changed from the Accra Sports Stadium to the University of Ghana Stadium to ensure optimal facilities, security, and a premier experience for spectators, players, and supporters nationwide.