Stephen Appiah Dazzles in African Attire at John Mahama's Inauguration: Video

• Ghana legend Stephen Appiah was present at the inauguration of new president John Dramaniu Mahama in Accra
• The former Black Stars and Juventus midfielder arrived in his delightful African wear amid cheers from fans
• Appiah, who led Ghana to their first-ever World Cup in 2006, was among the top personalities at the inauguration

Former Black Stars captain Stephen Appiah attended the inauguration of President John Dramani Mahama on Tuesday, January 7, 2024, in Accra.

The legendary midfielder was one of several high-profile personalities present at the new head of state's swearing-in.

Mahama and his vice Professor, Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, will resume office as the country's leaders on January 7.

Appiah rocks all-white attire

In a video shared on social media, Appiah was spotted in his all-white African wear as he gallantly walked to the Independence Squad, where the event is being held.

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Some fans around chanted his name as the drummers cheered him on alongside his friend and the media officer of the Ayew family, Fiifi Tackie.

President Mahama and the NDC won the December 7 election by a landslide, defeating the incumbent ruling party.

It is unclear if Appiah is involved in party politics but his presence at the event marks his patriotism as a Ghanaian.

Appiah was the first captain of the senior national team to lead Ghana to the FIFA World Cup in 2006 in Germany. He retired in 2012 after making 69 appearances and scoring 16 goals for Ghana, per Tramsfermarkt.

Fans react as Appiah arrives at inauguration

Some fans took to social media to share their views on Appiah's arrival at the event in Accra. others suggested the former Ghana captain be named the Sports Minister under the new administration, while others want him in the position of the Ghana Football Association president.

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@djon_07 posted:

"Minister of Youth and Sports. Should be an ex-player"

@Kloro75 added:

"Incoming FA president"

@Malvyn_j wrote:

"Man sees small shege he dey scream!"

@freemedom posted:

His aura is different Walahi

@SABIJORDAN23 added:

Something Asamoah Gyan cannot do cos of stomach

@primenewsghana wrote:

Former Black Stars captain, Stephen Appiah at the Black Star Square for the inauguration of President John Dramani Mahama.

Appiah was recently invited by the Parliamentary Select Committee on Youth, Sports and Culture to suggest solutions to the falling standard of the game in the West African nation.

During his career, he played for several clubs including Hearts of Oak, FK Vojvodina and Fenerbahce in Turkey.

Stephen Appiah hails Gargo Mohammed

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that legendary Ghanaian captain Stephen Appiah shared the story of how he earned his first professional contract following the sacrifice made by teammate Mohammed Gargo.

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The 44-year-old arrived in Italy in 1997 as a youngster from Ghana hoping to secure a deal.

However, he had to join the youth side of Udinese, where he was under observation for weeks. Having impressed the club, he was still not handed a deal but rather included in the first team for friendly matches.

Source: YEN.com.gh