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The Director General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Prof. Peter Twumasi, has raised concerns over the reported directive from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to renovate the Cape Coast Stadium. Prof. Twumasi revealed that neither the NSA nor the Ministry of Youth and Sports had received official notification from CAF regarding the stadium’s alleged defects identified during an inspection.
Expressing surprise at media reports regarding the purported ban on the stadium from hosting international matches due to identified defects, Prof. Twumasi emphasized astonishment, citing the lack of formal communication from CAF officials regarding such concerns.
Questioning the timing of the alleged ban, Prof. Twumasi highlighted that both the Cape Coast Stadium and the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi had received certification from CAF in June after a similar inspection exercise.
“We have not received any letter for inspection of the Cape Coast Stadium nor have we received a letter from CAF saying the stadium is in bad shape,” Prof. Twumasi stated in an interview with the Daily Graphic. He further queried, “How can a stadium that was certified in June be declared unfit in October?”
Responding to reports of Medeama SC considering using the Baba Yara Stadium due to alleged defects, Prof. Twumasi clarified that there was no formal agreement between Medeama and the NSA for using the Cape Coast Stadium. He emphasized the necessity for clubs to adhere to established procedures and sign formal contracts to access NSA-managed facilities.
Regarding the Essipon Stadium, which has been closed for extensive rehabilitation, Prof. Twumasi provided an update on the stadium’s condition. He explained the need for significant renovation due to corrosion caused by its proximity to the sea. The contractor was set to undertake the second phase of the renovation, involving roofing, after securing necessary materials.
Prof. Twumasi’s challenges to the alleged CAF ban on the Cape Coast Stadium, along with clarifications on Medeama SC’s usage and updates on the Essipon Stadium’s rehabilitation, add complexity to the reported situation, raising questions about the timing and communication surrounding the alleged defects.
