Dr. Randy Abbey
Veteran journalist and sports administrator, Dr. Randy Abbey, has expressed his frustration over the deteriorating condition of the Ho Sports Complex, which has sparked public concern.
He questioned why the sporting associations responsible for the stadium would construct such a facility only to neglect its maintenance over time.
Dr. Abbey criticized the Ministry of Youth and Sports and other agencies for allowing the stadium, built with state funds, to fall into disrepair, thereby wasting public money.
During an appearance on the Good Morning Ghana show on Metro TV, Dr. Abbey wondered why those accountable for the stadium's upkeep still retain their jobs without facing any scrutiny.
“The Ho Sports Complex, which was used for Independence Day last year, has now turned into this state, even though it was built with taxpayers' money. The decision to put the facility there was made by some people who did the needs assessment and everything, but whatever went into it, we do not know.
"I am saying that how do you sink millions of dollars into something like this, and just after a year, this is what happened, and people still have their jobs?” he fumed.
In a video shared by sports journalist Saddick Adams on X, the pitch was overrun with weeds, covering most of the field.
Additionally, some seats had been removed while others are broken, giving the stadium a neglected and abandoned look.
The roofing and other parts of the stadium appear fragile, making it a hazardous location for any sporting event.
The poor condition of the stadium has raised concerns about the government's and sporting associations' commitment to maintaining the facility after its commissioning.
The Ho Sports Stadium hosted the 2023 Independence Day celebration.
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