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Sulley Muntari’s rise to the top of world football did not start in Europe — it began at Osei Kyeretwie Senior High School (OKESS) in Kumasi.
The former Black Stars midfielder once shared how veteran radio broadcaster currently working at Kessben Media in Kumasi, Sir Joe Laka played a crucial role in his early life after noticing his talent during his school days.
According to Muntari, Sir Joe, who was then working as an English tutor, became his first manager and mentor.
He supported the young footballer in ways Muntari says he will never forget — from buying him football boots to even getting him sachet water, which at the time felt like a real luxury.
What seemed like small acts of kindness back then ended up helping to shape the path of a footballer who would go on to play on some of the biggest stages in world football.
Sometimes, a small gesture can change the course of someone’s life.