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Salifu Ibrahim switches allegiance from Ghana to Benin ahead of 2025 AFCON

By Emmanuel Austin Baah
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Former Accra Hearts of Oak playmaker Salifu Ibrahim has officially agreed to switch his international allegiance from Ghana to Benin, paving the way for his inclusion in the Squirrels’ squad ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco.

The talented midfielder, who currently plays for FC Drita in the Kosovan top flight, is said to have completed the necessary paperwork to represent Benin at senior international level. According to reports from both Ghanaian and Beninese football circles, the Benin Football Federation has been monitoring the player’s progress for several months and sees him as a valuable addition to their creative midfield setup.

Salifu, 24, rose to prominence during his time with Hearts of Oak, where he played a key role in their 2020/21 Ghana Premier League and FA Cup double-winning campaign. His impressive vision, passing range, and technical ability earned him several domestic accolades, including a nomination for the Ghana Premier League Player of the Season.

Although he was once tipped for a call-up to the Black Stars, limited opportunities at international level are believed to have influenced his decision to represent Benin, where he is expected to enjoy more playing time and international exposure.

If selected, Salifu Ibrahim will make his debut for Benin during the 2025 AFCON in Morocco, where the Squirrels aim to make a strong impression on the continental stage.

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  • My name is Emmanuel Austin Baah, professionally known as “Okocha”. I am a seasoned Ghanaian journalist, broadcaster and football commentator from Senya Bereku in the Central Region. My work reflects a strong commitment to factual reporting, ethical journalism and the continuous promotion of Ghanaian sports.

    I am currently pursuing my studies at Cape Coast Technical University, building on a solid foundation of media practice and communication. I previously served as a sports producer at Radio Gold (90.5) and Montie FM (100.1) in Accra, where I was actively involved in editorial planning, programme production, live commentary and in-depth sports analysis.

    Presently, I am a Senior Writer at SportsNetGhana.com, a role in which I produce well-researched features, match reports, athlete profiles and analytical pieces. My work consistently highlights emerging talents, captures key sporting developments and contributes to shaping informed sports discourse in Ghana.

    Over the course of my career, I have covered numerous major sporting events both locally and internationally. Among these, the highlight remains my coverage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, a significant milestone that strengthened my expertise in global football reporting and enhanced my understanding of international sports dynamics.

    I am widely recognised for my clarity of analysis, engaging commentary style and strong command of both local and global football trends. Beyond the newsroom, I participate in community initiatives aimed at developing young sports journalists and promoting youth engagement in sports.

    For professional engagements, media collaborations or enquiries, please contact me on 0265284330.

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My name is Emmanuel Austin Baah, professionally known as “Okocha”. I am a seasoned Ghanaian journalist, broadcaster and football commentator from Senya Bereku in the Central Region. My work reflects a strong commitment to factual reporting, ethical journalism and the continuous promotion of Ghanaian sports.

I am currently pursuing my studies at Cape Coast Technical University, building on a solid foundation of media practice and communication. I previously served as a sports producer at Radio Gold (90.5) and Montie FM (100.1) in Accra, where I was actively involved in editorial planning, programme production, live commentary and in-depth sports analysis.

Presently, I am a Senior Writer at SportsNetGhana.com, a role in which I produce well-researched features, match reports, athlete profiles and analytical pieces. My work consistently highlights emerging talents, captures key sporting developments and contributes to shaping informed sports discourse in Ghana.

Over the course of my career, I have covered numerous major sporting events both locally and internationally. Among these, the highlight remains my coverage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, a significant milestone that strengthened my expertise in global football reporting and enhanced my understanding of international sports dynamics.

I am widely recognised for my clarity of analysis, engaging commentary style and strong command of both local and global football trends. Beyond the newsroom, I participate in community initiatives aimed at developing young sports journalists and promoting youth engagement in sports.

For professional engagements, media collaborations or enquiries, please contact me on 0265284330.

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