Ibrahim Tanko: Former Ghana Striker Ties the Knot with Long-Time Partner
- Ibrahim Tanko has married his long-time partner just 24 hours after leading his side to a 4-0 win over Vision FC
- The former Ghana striker represented the Black Stars, earning nine caps for the four-time African champions during his playing career
- He was part of the Dortmund squad that won the UEFA Champions League in 1997, cementing his place in Ghanaian football history
Medeama SC head coach Ibrahim Tanko has officially tied the knot with his long-time partner, Ruweida Abubakar, in a colourful ceremony held in Tema.
The former Ghana international exchanged vows in the presence of family, close friends, former teammates, and officials of Medeama SC.
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Just a day after leading Medeama SC to a commanding win over Vision FC in the Ghana Premier League, Ibrahim Tanko celebrated a special milestone off the pitch.
As reported by Ghanasoccernet, the head coach tied the knot with his long-time partner in Tema on Saturday, September 20, 2025.
A photo of Tanko and his wife, joined by some family members, can be seen below:
The victory at the Tarkwa and Aboso Stadium had lifted Medeama three points clear at the top of the league table, making the weekend even more memorable.
The former Accra Lions coach has quickly made his mark at Medeama SC, transforming the team into early-season title contenders with back-to-back victories in their opening two matches of the 2025/26 campaign.
Tanko’s bright start, however, will see its momentum briefly interrupted, as his honeymoon period comes to an end due to pressing club activities with Medeama.
The coach is expected to swiftly rejoin the squad as preparations begin for a challenging away clash against Karela United at the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium in Tamale.
That fixture is already shaping up to be a crucial test for Medeama, who are determined to maintain their early lead in the Ghana Premier League title race.
Ibrahim Tanko eyes league title
Following Medeama’s emphatic 4-0 victory over Vision FC, head coach Tanko praised his players for their dominant display, but stressed that focus will be key if they are to sustain success this season.
“Today we did everything right and we have our three points,” Tanko said after the match in Tarkwa via 3Sports.
"But we have to concentrate throughout the 90 minutes. At some point we dropped energy and it’s not good.”
The victory kept Medeama top of the Ghana Premier League with two wins, six goals scored, and none conceded, yet Tanko warned that consistency is vital:
“We have to continue working hard because the season is still young. I said it at the beginning of the season, we are one of the teams that can win the league, but we have a lot of work to do.”
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Tanko is a Ghanaian former professional footballer, scout, and manager, best known for his roles as a second striker or attacking midfielder.
He most recently served as head coach of the Ghana A' national team, commonly referred to as the Local Black Stars.
Over a 15-year career heavily affected by injuries, Tanko spent the majority of his club football in Germany, turning out for Borussia Dortmund and SC Freiburg.
He was part of the Dortmund squad that won the UEFA Champions League in 1997, cementing his place in Ghanaian football history.
On the international stage, Tanko represented the Ghana national team, earning nine caps for the Black Stars during his playing career.
Ibrahim Tanko's Medeama signs Salim Adams
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Medeama SC had pulled off a major transfer coup by completing the signing of former Hearts of Oak midfielder Salim Adams.
The 22-year-old, who was heavily linked with Asante Kotoko and also drew interest from clubs in Canada and Israel, has instead committed his future to the Ghanaian champions.
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