The Ho Sports Stadium, commissioned in 2023, is currently in a deplorable state, raising serious concerns about its maintenance. A recent video shared by sports journalist Saddick Adams reveals the extent of the deterioration:
- Overgrown Weeds: The pitch is engulfed with weeds, covering a significant portion of the playing surface.
- Damaged Seats: Some seats have been removed, while others are broken, giving the stadium an abandoned appearance.
- Frail Infrastructure: The roofing and other parts of the stadium appear fragile, making it unsafe for sporting events.
The poor condition of the stadium has prompted questions about how the government and sporting associations are caring for it after its commissioning. Notably, the Ho Sports Stadium hosted the 2023 Independence Day celebration. Saddick Adams expressed his dissatisfaction , questioning why government appointees would allow the stadium to crumble despite significant investment in the project.
The culture of maintenance of Government Infrastructure in Ghana remains a great challenge, leading to criticism over the years . The $4 million investment in the Ho Sports Complex, which was completed in March 2023, now stands in stark contrast to its current despicable state.
Let’s hope that urgent action is taken to restore this once-promising sports venue to its former glory.
Source: Sankofaonline.com
