The Minister explained the planned move is in the interest of public safety
“Based on my assessment, advice of experts and in the interest of public safety, the Ministry will announce shortly the temporary closure of the stadium and surrounding facilities for proper assessment &necessary action.
“The concession process towards fully privatizing the Surulere stadium which began last year will be expedited by the Federal Government through the ICRC towards a comprehensive rehabilitation and upgrade of the 51 years old edifice… “We have decided to err on the side of caution, hence the decision to impose extensive restrictions around the stadium. We request the cooperation of anyone who this decision may inconvenience as we cannot the reality on the ground”
The National Stadium in Lagos officially opened in 1972 and has been an iconic symbol of Nigeria’s sporting achievementsThe stadium has played host to many notable events since the 1973 All-Africa Games, including the 1980 and 2000 African Cup of Nations and the 1999 FIFA World Youth Championship. However, the stadium’s infrastructure and maintenance have been declining steadily, raising questions about its safety.
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