The announcement was made during the CAF Executive Committee meeting held in Accra on April 26th, 2025, coinciding with Ghana’s hosting of the CAF African Schools Football Championship.
Okraku’s elevation comes as part of a sweeping reshuffle of CAF’s top leadership, with the new vice-presidential lineup reflecting a deliberate balance of regional representation and football experience.
The newly appointed Vice Presidents of CAF reflect a diverse and regionally balanced leadership team. Fouzi Lekjaa from Morocco serves as the First Vice President, while Ghana’s Okraku has been named Second Vice President.
Pierre-Alain Mounguengui of Gabon holds the position of Third Vice President, Bestine Kazadi Ditabala from the Democratic Republic of Congo is the Fourth Vice President, and Feizal Sidat of Mozambique completes the lineup as Fifth Vice President.
This new structure follows a period of transition within CAF, as several previous vice presidents left their posts after securing positions on FIFA’s top governing body or due to internal political shifts.
Since his election as GFA President in 2019, Okraku has embarked on developing grassroots, women’s football, and youth programs. His leadership has been recognised not just in Ghana but across West Africa, where he also serves as head of WAFU Zone B.
Okraku’s appointment as CAF Second Vice President gives him a direct hand in shaping major policies and initiatives that will determine the future of African football. His new role is expected to strengthen Ghana’s voice in continental decision-making and provide a platform to advocate for the interests of West African football.
Okraku’s ascent follows the path of former GFA President Kwesi Nyantakyi, who became the first Ghanaian to serve as CAF’s First Vice President in 2017 under President Ahmad Ahmad.
Nyantakyi’s tenure was marked by his influence in both CAF and FIFA, and his rise was seen as a breakthrough for Ghanaian football administration on the continental stage.
Okraku himself has acknowledged the advice and support he received from Nyantakyi, paying tribute to his predecessor’s contributions to Ghanaian and African football.
Okraku now becomes the second Ghanaian to reach such a high-ranking position within CAF, continuing a legacy of Ghana’s strong administrative presence in African football.
CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe, who chaired the meeting in Accra, emphasised the importance of strong governance and thanked outgoing vice presidents for their service.
The new appointments-including Okraku’s-are designed to bring stability and fresh direction to CAF as it navigates preparations for major projects like the expanded FIFA World Cup and upcoming Africa Cup of Nations.
