Ghana bounced back with a scintillating performance to thrash Qatar 5-1 in a friendly match played on Monday in Turkey.
Captain Andre Ayew netted a brace to add to Tarique Fosu, Samuel Owusu and Caleb Ekuban’s goals.
Ali Almoez grabbed the consolation for the reigning Asian champions.
The win is Akonnor’s first since taking charge of the Black Stars in January this year.
He lost his first game 3-0 to Mali on Friday.