President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has announced the government’s intention to construct one hundred additional artificial pitches across the nation by the end of the year.
Akufo-Addo made this disclosure during the official inauguration of the newly completed Borteyman Sports Complex earlier on Tuesday.
“Our administration has demonstrated its unwavering commitment to sports development through substantial investments in infrastructure.
“Upon assuming office, the country only boasted three astroturfs or artificial pitches,” President Akufo-Addo stated.
“We have since constructed over 150 artificial pitches, significantly altering the landscape. I am delighted to announce that this effort will not cease. We are poised to build 100 more such pitches, augmenting our existing infrastructure,” he added.
President Akufo-Addo encouraged the Sports Ministry to aim for excellence in Ghana’s hosting of major continental multi-sport events.
“I urge the Sports Minister, the Ministry of Youth and Sports, and the Local Organising Committee to spare no effort in organising the most exceptional African Games in history,” he emphasised.