Tino Adjeté Resigns from Togolese Football Federation Over Governance Concerns
2 May 2025 — With six months remaining in the current mandate of the Togolese Football Federation (FTF), its second vice-president, Tino Adjeté, has stepped down, citing concerns over declining ethical standards and governance within the organization.
In a strongly worded resignation letter, Adjeté, who had served for over three years, expressed deep disappointment with the direction the federation had taken, particularly under the leadership of FTF President Gabriel Ameyi.
“As Second Vice President in charge of Ethics, Fair Play, Marketing, and Television, I have seen a consistent deterioration of practices and their damaging effects on the integrity and reputation of Togolese football, both nationally and internationally,” Adjeté wrote.
He criticized the federation’s failure to uphold FIFA’s Standard Statutes, stating that his repeated appeals for reform had been met with silence. “My trust in your judgment has led only to weariness and silence on my part—neither of which brought about any awakening or change in how the FTF is managed,” he added.
Adjeté’s resignation marks a significant moment in the final months of the current executive board’s term, but his departure appeared to come as no surprise to President Ameyi.
Speaking at a press conference during the launch of the technical commission’s work at the Ministry of Sports and Leisure, Ameyi acknowledged the resignation but played down its impact.
“It’s regrettable, but for me, it’s the work that matters. Tino Adjeté stopped attending meetings nearly a year ago,” Ameyi said. “If he has officially resigned today, I believe it’s a wise decision. It’s better to let those who are ready to work continue. The federation’s activities will go on, and we will achieve great things.”
Adjeté’s exit is expected to spark renewed debate over the internal workings of the FTF and the leadership style of Ameyi, who has faced criticism during his tenure.
With elections on the horizon and growing scrutiny from both domestic stakeholders and international observers, the federation now faces mounting pressure to restore confidence in its governance and transparency.
