Karim Zito has been named Asante Kotoko’s new head coach following the dismissal of Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum.
On Tuesday, April 22, 2025, the Porcupine Warriors announced adjustments to their technical structure as they look to finish the season on a good note following recent poor results.
A club statement said, “Asante Kotoko SC is pleased to announce key changes to the club’s technical leadership as part of an ongoing strategic restructuring.
“Abdul Karim Zito has been appointed as the club’s new Technical Director. A former player and head coach of Asante Kotoko, Coach Zito returns with vast experience from both club and national levels, including guiding Dreams FC to a historic CAF Confederation Cup semi-final and leading Ghana’s U-20 team to the 2021 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations title.
“He will also serve as Acting Head Coach on an interim basis until a substantive head coach is appointed.
“Additionally, Prince Yaw Owusu has been appointed as Assistant Coach. Coach Owusu is a seasoned football technician with over two decades of coaching experience across Ghana, Sudan, and the United States.
“His career includes head coaching roles at Medeama SC, Inter Allies, Khartoum National Club, and the Ghana U-20 national team (Black Satellites), as well as assistant coach of the national U-17 side.
“Known for his work in player development, Coach Owusu has nurtured talents who have gone on to play for top clubs including AC Milan, Genoa, Sassuolo, and Fiorentina.
“We are also pleased to confirm that Malik Jabir, who has previously served as Technical Director, will now assume the role of Technical Advisor, providing strategic guidance to support the club’s long-term objectives.”
The statement added that these appointments are part of the club’s renewed commitment to building a strong, visionary technical structure aimed at sustained competitive success.
Asante Kotoko, after a four-game recent winless run, will be hosting Aduana Stars this Sunday at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.
