Thomas Partey installed as Development Chief in Manya Krobo

Ghanaian Arsenal Midfielder Thomas Partey has been installed as the Development Chief in Menya Krobo, his hometown by the Kingmakers.

He was conferred with the title by the Konor of the Menya Krobo Traditional Area Nene Sakoite II.

At a short ceremony on Friday, June 3,2022, the midfielder was conferred with the title of “Mahefalor, which translates as the defender of the area.

Last year, Partey launched a foundation to help create opportunities for the youth in Odumase Krobo and Ashaiman.

The Arsenal Midfielder was joined by some friends and loved ones as the Thomas Partey Foundation (TPF) was launched in Somanya in June 2021.

The Foundation aims to “create opportunities and hope for talented and less privileged youngsters” in the two areas where Partey grew up.

It also seeks to provide basic community amenities for various groups through different projects and activities.

Meanwhile, the midfielder missed Ghana’s AFCON 2023 qualifier against Madagascar on Wednesday due to injury.

Partey hasn’t played in almost three months after suffering a thigh injury against Crystal Palace in the Premier League.