Kofi Adams raised concerns over the deteriorating condition of the Essipong Sports Stadium
Ghana’s Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has raised concerns over the deteriorating condition of the Essipong Sports Stadium in the Western Region, describing the facility as urgently needing attention.
Built in 2008 for the African Cup of Nations, the 20,000-capacity stadium has not undergone major rehabilitation since its construction, prompting fears over its suitability for hosting major sporting events.
During an inspection of the stadium, Adams, accompanied by the Director General of the National Sports Authority, Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, highlighted that private developers have encroached on parts of the stadium’s land, complicating ongoing efforts to restore the facility.
He called on the Regional Coordinating Council and local chiefs to resolve these land issues promptly.
Planned Phase I and II rehabilitation works include reroofing with anti-rust materials, replacing seats, refurbishing washrooms, installing air-conditioning systems, updating the lighting system, and adding a new scoreboard.
Additional upgrades will cover the playing pitch, public address systems, corporate boxes, hostel facilities, security zones, and dressing rooms to restore the stadium to full functionality.
Adams urged increased funding and media support through the National Sports Development Fund to accelerate progress, emphasising the government’s commitment to revitalising sports infrastructure nationwide.
While satisfied with the completed work, he noted the pace of rehabilitation remains slow and stressed the need for urgent action.
Earlier this morning, I undertook an inspection of the Essipong Sports Stadium in the Western Region, accompanied by the Director General of the National Sports Authority, Mr Yaw Ampofo Ankrah.
This 20,000-seater stadium, constructed ahead of the 2008 African Cup of Nations, has… pic.twitter.com/VC9GwYjEaA
— Hon. Kofi Iddie Adams (@HonKofiAdams) November 21, 2025
