Following a recent working visit to the Baba Yara Sports Stadium, Minister of Sports and Recreation Kofi Adams vowed to rebuild it to an acceptable standard.
He was accompanied by the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, and a team of technical experts from the ministry.
During the visit, the minister and his delegation assessed the current state of the stadium, which has suffered significant deterioration.
The Regional Director of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Kwame Baah Mensah, outlined a number of structural and operational challenges, including malfunctioning floodlights, damaged washrooms, outdated public address systems, worn-out reserve benches, high electricity costs, and non-functional irrigation systems.
He also cited security-related concerns in designated zones meant to protect players and officials.
Adams noted that his directive to undertake the rehabilitation project aligns with instructions from President John Dramani Mahama, who has prioritised the restoration of major sporting infrastructure across the country.
“The Baba Yara Stadium holds historic significance and must be restored to meet modern standards,” he said.
“Every effort will be made to ensure its revival.”
The stadium, located in Kumasi, was initially constructed in 1957 by the United African Company (UAC) and formally inaugurated as a football venue in 1959. It has since undergone several rounds of renovation, including major upgrades in 2008.
