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Accra Sports Stadium Closed for Football Activities Pending Structural Audit

The National Sports Authority (NSA) has announced that the Accra Sports Stadium will remain closed for domestic football matches until a structural audit is completed. In a statement released on April 2, 2025, the NSA clarified that despite requests from the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to use the facility, they cannot grant approval due to ongoing safety evaluations.The NSA received a formal request from the GFA on March 28, 2025, but due to logistical challenges and the necessary preparations for hosting football matches, it was deemed impractical to host games at the stadium at this time. The announcement comes after an extended closure since September 2024 for maintenance, including pitch works.While the stadium briefly reopened for Ghana's AFCON 2025 Qualifier against Niger in October 2024 and for the World Cup Qualifier against Chad in March 2025, the facility will remain […]

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Veronica Commey Appointed Deputy Director General of NSA

Renowned sports journalist Veronica Commey has been appointed as the Deputy Director General of the National Sports Authority (NSA). The announcement was made by Kofi Adams, the Minister of Sports and Recreation, during the launch of a sports psychology training program at the Accra Sports Stadium on March 24, 2025.Commey’s appointment is a significant milestone in her illustrious career, combining her expertise in journalism and administration. She has been a key figure in the sports journalism field, having served as the Chief Sports Journalist at the Ghana News Agency (GNA) and as a reporter at GTV. Her contributions also extend to international sports organizations through freelance work.Beyond journalism, Commey has held important roles, such as Head of Corporate Affairs at the Ghana Investment Fund for Electronic Communications (GIFEC) between 2015 and 2017.The NSA's announcement also includes Gideon Hammond, a seasoned […]

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NSA Invites Tenders for Stadium Pitch Reconditioning.

The National Sports Authority (NSA) has called for tenders to refurbish football pitches across Ghana, aiming to bring them in line with FIFA standards. This initiative is part of the NSA’s commitment to improving sports infrastructure and ensuring optimal playing conditions for athletes.In a statement released on December 16, 2024, the NSA outlined that the project would be funded by its budgetary allocation, focusing on reducing injury risks and enhancing performance. This comes after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) had earlier banned Ghana from using Baba Yara Stadium, although the decision was later reversed.The refurbishment will involve a complete overhaul of the country's national stadia, with a Dutch-based company assessing the pitch conditions and recommending reconditioning.Interested bidders can access the tender documents via the Ghana Electronic Procurement System (e-GP) portal or from the NSA office, with submissions due by […]

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NSA Confirms Accra and Cape Coast Stadiums Ready for Ghana vs. Sudan AFCON Qualifier.

The National Sports Authority (NSA) has confirmed that the Accra and Cape Coast stadiums are fully prepared to host the upcoming match between Ghana and Sudan in the qualifiers for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). This announcement comes in light of the Confederation of African Football's (CAF) decision to ban the Baba Yara Stadium due to its poor playing surface.Despite speculation suggesting the game might be relocated to Ivory Coast, Seth Panwum, the NSA Board Chairman, emphasized that both the Cape Coast and Accra stadiums are ready for the match. He urged CAF officials to visit the venues to assess their condition, assuring that if they do, the match will take place in Ghana.The Black Stars are expected to regroup soon for their upcoming doubleheader against Sudan, led by coach Kwesi Appiah.

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