Owner and bankroller of Bechem United, Kingsley Owusu Achau, has called on the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to publish weekly reviews of referees’ performances in the Ghana Premier League to enhance transparency and accountability.
This comes after his side were held to a 1-1 draw against Asante Kotoko in the Matchday 27 games at the Baba Yara Stadium.
Speaking to Graphic Sports, Mr Achau expressed concern over what he described as poor officiating undermining the credibility of the Ghana Premier League.
Referee Joseph Kwofie, who officiated the match, was singled out by Mr Achau for what he termed biased officiating.
And according to Mr Achau, the GFA must review the referee’s decisions and take appropriate sanctions if necessary.
"The referee was highly biased and bent on ensuring that the Porcupine Warriors secured the maximum points," he alleged.
According to Mr Achau, such performances not only affected the integrity of the game but also fuelled hooliganism and violence at match venues.
"Now the GFA has put in place mechanisms to curtail hooliganism, which is commendable, but if it is not supported by fair officiating, it will not stand the test of time. A time will come when these measures will break down," he warned.
He further claimed that even Kotoko fans were dissatisfied with the referee's conduct, with some supporters approaching him after the match to express their disappointment and offer support.
"The officials didn't want Kotoko to drop a point, so the referee had the task of ensuring they got the maximum points," he stated.