Abdul Karim Zito’s spell on the Asante Kotoko bench has come to an abrupt close, with the experienced coach walking away from his role with immediate effect.
The Kumasi giants confirmed the development via their official channels, stating:
“Abdul Karim Zito Kabutey has resigned from his role as the head coach of Asante Kotoko Sporting Club with immediate effect. Management has accepted the resignation, expressed its appreciation to the coach for his services and wished him the best for the future. The new technical direction of the club will be communicated in due course.”
Zito’s decision draws the curtain on days of mounting uncertainty around his position, a situation that intensified after Kotoko’s disappointing MTN FA Cup exit over the weekend. While club officials had earlier on Monday insisted no definitive call had been taken on his future, they also conceded they were “not fully satisfied” with the team’s recent performances, a remark that further fueled speculation.
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By choosing to step down, Zito effectively spared the club a potentially costly termination process. His contract reportedly included a clause requiring either a month’s notice or a compensation package of GHS 120,000 in the event of dismissal.
The end of his tenure comes against the backdrop of a turbulent campaign for the Porcupine Warriors, whose season has been marked by uneven results and growing pressure from supporters demanding a turnaround.
🚨New Technical Direction
Coach Prince Yaw Owusu is to temporarily take charge of the technical team assisted by Mohammed Hamza Obeng.#AKSC #Kotoko4All #FabuCensus pic.twitter.com/ogLL74AYKq
— Asante Kotoko SC – 2X CAF CL Winners🥇 (@AsanteKotoko_SC) February 9, 2026
With one of Ghana’s most storied clubs now without a head coach, attention turns to the next appointment. Kotoko’s hierarchy faces a pressing task: identifying a new technical leader capable of restoring stability, ambition, and momentum to a club whose expectations rarely allow for patience.
