Gov’t allocates GH¢600m for 10 regional stadiums
Government has earmarked GH¢600 million for the construction of 10 multipurpose regional stadiums as part of efforts to expand sports infrastructure and improve access to sporting facilities across the country. Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson announced the allocation on Thursday, November 12, when he presented the 2027 Budget Statement and Economic Policy to Parliament. […]
The Government of Ghana has set aside GH¢600 million for the construction of 10 multipurpose regional stadiums, as part of initiatives to enhance sports infrastructure and broaden access to sporting facilities nationwide. This allocation was disclosed by Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson on Thursday, November 12, during the presentation of the 2027 Budget Statement and Economic Policy to Parliament.
The minister emphasized that this investment would make sporting opportunities more accessible, especially in regions where modern sports facilities are scarce. "We have directed GH¢600 million within that budget towards the construction of 10 regional stadia to bring more sporting opportunities within reach," Forson informed Parliament.
The plan involves the construction of seven multipurpose stadiums with a seating capacity of 5,000 in various regions, including the Western North, North East, Ahafo, Upper East, Upper West, Bono East, and Oti regions. Additionally, two larger facilities with a capacity of 10,000 spectators each will be developed in the Savannah and Bono regions. Notably, the Volta Region will receive the largest stadium among these, a 12,000-seater multipurpose venue, which will serve as the flagship facility for the project.
The breakdown of the project includes five stadiums with a capacity of 5,000 for smaller regions, two stadiums with a capacity of 10,000 for the Savannah and Bono regions, and one larger stadium with a capacity of 12,000 for the Volta Region. These stadiums are envisioned to serve as hubs for football and other sports disciplines, fostering grassroots participation, talent discovery, and the development of future athletes.
While construction is slated to commence under the 2027 plan, specifics regarding the exact start dates, procurement procedures, and individual project costs have not yet been disclosed. The GH¢600 million budget is anticipated to finance the overall rollout of this regional stadium development initiative.
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