The renovation of the Osogbo Township Stadium is making significant progress, with work advancing as scheduled. On Tuesday, February 4, 2025, a delegation of sports enthusiasts and media representatives visited the construction site and expressed confidence that the facility would be completed within the projected timeframe.
The multi-purpose stadium is undergoing a major transformation aimed at modernizing its infrastructure and enhancing its functionality. The 12-month renovation timeline remains on track, with substantial progress already recorded in several key areas.
Project Manager Arc. John Ewule confirmed that two outdoor pitches would be ready for use by May 2025. He also noted that Maxwell International Ventures Limited, the firm handling the project, is committed to ensuring high-quality delivery that meets international standards.
Various heavy machinery, including cranes, bulldozers, cement trucks, drilling rigs, and hauling trucks, are actively in use at the site, ensuring rapid progress. Construction workers are engaged in different phases of the upgrade, reinforcing the state government’s dedication to improving sports facilities in Osun State.
“This is a complete renovation of the entire stadium,” Arc. Ewule told the media. “Among the upgrades will be a state-of-the-art scoreboard, an ultra-modern VIP section, improved field lighting, updated seating, and new concession areas.”
The project aligns with Governor Ademola Adeleke’s broader vision for sports development, talent discovery, and economic growth in the state. The inclusion of hostels within the stadium premises will accommodate athletes and visiting teams, generating additional revenue while boosting local tourism.
Arc. Ewule assured stakeholders that the project’s timeline remains intact, emphasizing that the revamped stadium will serve as a year-round venue for sports, entertainment, and economic activities. He reiterated that the facility would be a game-changer for Osun State’s sports ecosystem.
The upgraded Osogbo Township Stadium will boast several modern features, including two artificial turf fields, a natural grass pitch, an artificial hockey pitch, and a multipurpose indoor sports hall. Additionally, it will have two tartan tracks, a squash court, a swimming pool, and hostels for athletes.
Further enhancements include a fully covered seating area for the main bowl pitch and a shopping complex designed to boost commercial activities around the stadium. These developments will help position Osogbo as a hub for major sporting competitions in Nigeria.
Once completed, the stadium is expected to attract national and international sporting events, solidifying Osun State’s reputation in Nigeria’s sports landscape. The government and project stakeholders remain optimistic about the positive impact this facility will have on grassroots and professional sports development.
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