Sekondi stadium rehabilitation: Western Regional Minister calls for sustainable management plan

Western Regional Minister Joseph Nelson has welcomed progress on rehabilitating the Sekondi Sports Stadium, but warns authorities must devise a sustainable management plan to maintain the facility and prevent further deterioration. He claims the stadium's condition upon the current administration's arrival was worse than previously reported, despite claims of near-completion.

Nelson recalls that a government budget claimed the stadium reached about 90% completion, which was contested by MP Joe Ghartey. Inspections after the new administration's arrival revealed significant work still needed, including inadequate security, poor lighting, and stolen installation. The Western Regional Minister commends the Sports Minister for showing interest and intervening, leading to some visible progress.

Nelson hopes completion will bring the facility back into use, but cautions that it's only part of the solution. He urges the National Sports Authority and the Sports Ministry to develop a clear utilization and revenue-generation strategy, suggesting alternative sporting and commercial activities to generate income for regular maintenance.

Nelson emphasizes the importance of keeping the stadium active to preserve the investment made in its rehabilitation and the need for resources to maintain the facility post-completion.