Kotoko sack Dr. Prosper Ogum

Kumasi Asante Kotoko have officially parted ways with head coach Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum following a string of underwhelming performances that have seen the club slip from the top of the Ghana Premier League table to fourth place.

The decision, announced on Monday, comes on the heels of heavy defeats to Accra Lions and Nations FC—results that intensified pressure on the technical bench.

With just six matches left in the league and a crucial MTN FA Cup semi-final against Berekum Chelsea on the horizon, the club’s Interim Management Committee opted for a change in leadership to revive their season.

Dr. Ogum, who guided Kotoko to a league title in the 2021/22 season during his first stint, returned to the club in 2024 amid high expectations.

However, despite flashes of brilliance, consistency proved elusive.

This season, the team recorded 13 wins, 8 draws, and 7 losses in 28 league games.

In a statement, the club said the decision followed “constructive discussions” and was made “in the best interest of the club.” They thanked Ogum for his dedication and service, and wished him well in his future endeavors.

The Porcupine Warriors have called for calm among fans as they navigate this transitional period, promising updates in the coming days as they set their sights on a strong finish to the season.

Dr. Ogum’s exit marks the end of a significant chapter and the beginning of another as Kotoko aim to reignite their title ambitions and reclaim their dominant stature in Ghanaian football.

Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith