Ghana Premier League giants, Hearts of Oak have paid tribute to former Minister of Youth and Sports Enoch Teye Mensah following his demise.
The veteran politician died at the age of 77 as a hospital in South Africa, where he was reportedly receiving treatment from his ill health.
It is important to note that the former Member of Parliament for Ningo-Pampram was a staunch supporter of the Phobians.
“Our condolences to the family of our former player and former Minister of Sports, Hon. E.T. Mensah, who has been called to glory. Safe journey to your maker. RIP, sir” the club wrote on X.
The former Member of Parliament for Ningo-Pampram was the first Minister of Youth and Sports in the Fourth Republic, holding the position for the terms served by late ex-President Jerry John Rawlings.
Honourable E.T Mensah also served as Minister of Education and as well as the Minister of Employment and Social Welfare during the government of the National Democratic Party. He was also a member of the council of state after leaving Parliament in 2016.
He is revered for playing a significant role in Ghana's sports during the 90's as the youth national teams excelled globally.