Coach Bashir Hayford has raised concerns about the treatment of Ghanaian coaches, accusing football administrators of exploiting their vulnerability when it comes to contracts and compensation.
Speaking in reaction to the recent dismissal of Bibiani GoldStars’ head coach, Hayford who’s Head Coach of Hearts of Lions, said local coaches often face unfair dismissals without proper settlements, a situation that expatriates rarely encounter.
“Ghanaian coaches are too lenient on compensations after being sacked, unlike expatriates,” he said. “The lack of proper contracts and the fear of not being hired if you demand your dues is why administrators bully us.”
Hayford questioned the decision to part ways with a coach who, in his view, had delivered success. “I don’t understand why a coach who has won everything for you could be axed this way,” he added, referencing the case of GoldStars.
His comments reignite the debate on job security and professional treatment for local coaches, many of whom continue to call for stronger contractual protections in Ghanaian football.
For Hayford, the issue is not just about fairness, but about creating an environment where Ghanaian coaches can thrive with the same respect and stability afforded to their foreign counterparts.
