The Bayelsa State Government is set to build more sports facilities in the state as preparations for a 25,000-capacity FIFA-approved stadium kick-off.
Daniel Igali, the Honourable Commissioner for Sports Development in Bayelsa State, made the statement during a radio programme over the weekend, saying establishing new facilities is a very important tool to foster unity, improve public health, and create opportunities for talent discovery and economic growth in the state.
“We are planning for a 25,000 seater capacity multipurpose stadium, and that means it’s not going to be for only soccer. It will be one of the most modern stadiums because we will have a swimming pool, basketball, badminton, table, and long tennis courts, among others.
“The stadium will be FIFA complainant, VAR complainant, and it will be accessible for people with disabilities. So, we are looking at a stadium that will attract international competitions and something Bayelsans would be proud about, ” Igali noted.
The Honourable commissioner for sport further expressed hope that the new Stadium and other sporting projects would be completed in no distant time due to the passionate drive of His Excellency, Governor Douye Diri, in providing a platform where the state’s budding athletes can practice and showcase their skills.
“One thing different with this Government led by His Excellency, Senator Douye Diri is that he doesn’t just give instructions. He ensures that such instructions are backed up with actual funding. So, before the expiration of the Governor’s tenure, these projects would be completed, ” Igali assured.
