KMA boss ready to be Asante Kotoko CEO
Chief Executive of the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA), Richard Ofori Agyemang, popularly known as King Zuba, has publicly declared his long-term ambition to become the Chief Executive Officer of Asante Kotoko Sporting Club.
Speaking during an interview on Kessben FM, the outspoken mayor revealed that his goal is to serve with such distinction in his current position that he earns the trust and admiration of His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene and life patron of the club.
“I want to work so well as KMA boss that Otumfuo will one day say, ‘Bring me that young man to manage my club,’” King Zuba said, highlighting both his deep reverence for traditional authority and his strong emotional ties to the Kotoko brand.
Before entering public administration, King Zuba made a name for himself as a passionate voice in sports commentary.
Since taking office at the KMA, he has brought vibrancy and visibility to local governance, leveraging his experience across media, politics, and sports. His unique blend of grassroots appeal and strategic vision has made his future ambitions with Kotoko a compelling prospect.
Asante Kotoko, a symbol of pride and heritage in the Ashanti Kingdom, is more than a football club it is a cultural institution.
The role of CEO is widely regarded as a sacred duty entrusted by the Asantehene, and Zuba’s public expression of interest rooted in merit and loyalty rather than personal connections reflects a deep respect for the club’s legacy.
Asante Kotoko vs Dreams
Asante Kotoko kept their Ghana Premier League title hopes alive with a resounding 4-1 victory over Dreams FC at the Baba Yara Stadium on Sunday, closing the gap to just two points behind the leaders with three games left.
Head coach Karim Zito, who crossed over from Dreams in April, used his inside knowledge to guide the Porcupine Warriors to a commanding win over his former side.
Albert Amoah opened the scoring for Kotoko in the 17th minute with a composed finish from close range. Kwame Opoku then doubled the advantage, capping off a swift counter-attack that began from a Dreams FC corner. Opoku wasn’t done yet; he grabbed his second and Kotoko’s third with a delightful lob over the advancing goalkeeper, taking his season tally to 10 goals.
Dreams briefly gave themselves hope when Jonathan Nemorden pulled one back five minutes after the break, but substitute Wisdom Fernando Bassey sealed the win with Kotoko’s fourth late on.
The result lifts Kotoko to within touching distance of the summit. They now prepare for a potentially decisive clash against league leaders Bibiani Gold Stars. Dreams FC, safe from relegation, will aim to bounce back against Berekum Chelsea next weekend.