News Net Gh can confirm the passing of Joseph Ade Coker, the former Greater Accra Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), after a short illness.
Sources indicate that the seasoned politician died at the Bank Hospital on Saturday, May 31.
Though the exact cause of death has not been disclosed, his passing has left a significant void in Ghana’s political and sports landscape.
Ade Coker was a household name within the NDC, admired for his outspoken nature and unwavering commitment to the party’s ideals.
He first assumed the role of Greater Accra Regional Chairman in 2009 and served three consecutive terms until 2022, when he was unseated by Emmanuel Nii Ashie Moore.
Beyond politics, Ade Coker made a mark in sports, notably serving as Vice Chairman of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), where he played a role in shaping the administration of Ghanaian football.
Tributes have begun pouring in from party faithful, political leaders, and football enthusiasts alike, all celebrating the life and legacy of a man who straddled the worlds of politics and sports with passion and principle.
His death is a significant loss to the NDC and to Ghana as a whole.