FC AshantiGold, a Ghana Premier League side, has terminated the contracts of three technical team members, including Head Coach and Technical Director Abdul Karim Kabutey Zito, with immediate effect. The decision was announced in a statement issued by the club on October 28, 2026, following a consultative meeting of its Interim Management Committee held on October 26, 2026.
Zito joined AshantiGold ahead of the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season after leaving Asante Kotoko, where he served as both head coach and technical director. The club did not provide reasons for the dismissal of Zito, Okyere, and Dabo. The decision has taken immediate effect, and the club has expressed gratitude to the affected officials for their contribution and service to the team.
A caretaker coach has been appointed to take charge of the team until a substantive head coach and technical director are named. The club's management wishes the affected officials the best in their subsequent endeavors. The decision comes as FC AshantiGold continues their campaign in the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season.
FC AshantiGold is currently placed 11th on the league table with 11 points. The club's performance in the league has been under scrutiny, and the decision to part ways with Zito and two others may be seen as a move to improve the team's fortunes. The Ghana Premier League is a highly competitive tournament, and teams often make changes to their technical teams in response to performance.
The terminated contracts of Zito, Okyere, and Dabo bring an end to their tenure at FC AshantiGold. The club's Interim Management Committee made the decision after a thorough consultation process. The committee's meeting on October 26, 2026, led to the announcement of the contract terminations two days later.
Abdul Karim Kabutey Zito's departure from FC AshantiGold marks a significant change in the team's technical setup. Zito's appointment at AshantiGold was seen as a major coup, given his experience at Asante Kotoko. His exit will likely have implications for the team's strategy and performance in the league.
The Ghana Premier League season is ongoing, and FC AshantiGold will look to improve their performance under new leadership. The club's fans will be eager to see how the team responds to the changes in the technical team. The appointment of a new head coach and technical director will be crucial in determining the team's prospects for the season.
Key points
- FC AshantiGold has terminated the contracts of Head Coach Abdul Karim Kabutey Zito, Assistant coach Ernest Okyere, and goalkeepers’ trainer Robert Dabo with immediate effect.
- A caretaker coach has been appointed to take charge of the team until a substantive head coach and technical director are named.
- FC AshantiGold is currently placed 11th on the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League table with 11 points.
