By S. Siapha Mulbah
Danesius Marteh, the BBC sports correspondent to Liberia, has resigned from his position as Media Manager of the Liberia Football Association (LFA), a role he has held for more than three years.
The resignation, tendered last weekend, has sent shockwaves through the LFA’s media department. Marteh’s departure comes amid allegations of longstanding maltreatment under the leadership of LFA President Mustapha Raji.
In a detailed three-page resignation letter addressed to Raji, Marteh expressed his discontent with the current administration and outlined several grievances.
Marteh accused Raji of exerting oppressive pressure on him to resign, claiming the LFA president had repeatedly attempted to force him out of his position. He also highlighted issues of financial mismanagement, specifically citing misleading public statements about the valuation of the LFA headquarters project.
Marteh claimed he was misled into announcing a project valuation of $1.5 million, which was later disputed by other officials. The resignation letter also referenced broader concerns about accountability and governance within the LFA, echoing criticisms from other stakeholders.
Marteh’s allegations include claims that Raji conspired with certain officials to suspend key personnel, including LFA First Vice President Professor Sekou Konneh.
Marteh’s resignation is particularly significant as it comes in the lead-up to the 2026 LFA elective congress, a period marked by political maneuvering and calls for change within the organization.
His departure and the issues he raised are expected to intensify scrutiny of Raji’s administration.
In his resignation letter, Marteh stated, “Following consultation with my family and friends, I am tendering my resignation as LFA Media Manager pending the payment of my month-long leave. I have turned in all equipment owned by the LFA to Abubakar Kamara.”
The LFA has yet to respond publicly to Marteh’s allegations and resignation.
As the football community in Liberia awaits a response, the situation has raised significant concerns about the internal workings and future direction of the country’s football governing body.
