"We have absolute confidence in the coach and do not intend to dispense with his services," GFA spokesman Randy Abbey was quoted as saying by BBC Sport

The tournament hosts bowed out after suffering a 1-0 defeat to Cameroon in the Nations Cup semi-final.

LeRoy's deal is due to expire later this month but the GFA are determined to extend his stay.

"We will sit down with LeRoy to talk about the terms of his new contract when it expires at the end of February."

''It is a shame we lost against Cameroon and I understand the frustrations of the fans but LeRoy has shown beyond all reasonable doubt that he is a good coach and he has all our support," Abbey added.

Former Cameroon and DR Congo boss LeRoy appreciates the GFA's stance to keep faith in him, the decision which he believes is 'unusual' in African football.

"I am very grateful for the confidence the GFA has shown in me and I am also ready to work with the team in future."

"It is unusual for an African football association to give its vote of confidence a day after it has lost a crucial game so this gesture means a lot to me," he added.