GFA General Secretary Prosper Harrison Addo appointed to FIFA Legal Committee
8th October 2025
Prosper Harrison Addo, Esq, General Secretary of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), has been appointed as a Member of the FIFA Legal Committee, marking a significant milestone in his distinguished career and a proud moment for Ghanaian football.
The appointment, confirmed under the FIFA Statutes and Governance Regulations, will see Addo serve a four-year term from 2025 to 2029, contributing to one of FIFA’s most influential standing committees.
Role and Responsibilities
The FIFA Legal Committee, chaired by Elvis Chetty (Seychelles) with Michael Llamas (Gibraltar) as Deputy Chairperson, is tasked with:
- Advising the FIFA Council on legal and regulatory matters
- Interpreting statutes and governance frameworks
- Overseeing compliance mechanisms across global football
Addo joins a select group of legal minds shaping the future of football governance worldwide.
With over 24 years of legal experience, Addo has served in key roles:
- Former Senior Manager, Compliance at MTN Ghana
- Former Manager, Commercial Legal at Scancom PLC
- Holds a BA in Law and Economics (University of Ghana) and an MBA (University of Salford, UK)
- Contributor to the FIFA General Secretaries Handbook and FIFA Clearing House Regulations
His commitment to professional development is reflected in multiple certifications in law, governance, and football administration.
Addo’s influence spans across GFA structures:
- Chairman, GFA National Disciplinary Committee
- Member, FA Cup Committee and GFA Legal Committee
- Active member of SWAG and associate of IPR Ghana
His appointment to FIFA’s Legal Committee affirms Ghana’s growing presence in global football governance and highlights the caliber of professionals emerging from the country.