Businessman Ibrahim Mahama has taken the first step towards helping Ghana build an international standard stadium after expressing interest in funding the project, Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams has revealed. The minister said Mahama requested architectural designs and cost estimates during Ghana’s World Cup match against England, signalling the beginning of discussions on what could become one of the country’s biggest privately backed sports infrastructure projects.
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Ibrahim Mahama requests stadium designs and cost estimates
Speaking through the Ghana Football Association’s media platform, Kofi Adams said the conversation reflected the urgent need for greater investment in sports infrastructure.
“We need to invest in sports infrastructure. I sat with Ibrahim Mahama during Ghana’s game against England and he asked how much it would cost to build a stadium like this,” the minister said.
According to Adams, Mahama went beyond making enquiries by asking officials to prepare the next phase of the proposal.
“He tasked us with getting the design so we can start building one in Ghana,” the minister added.
The request for architectural designs and estimated construction costs suggests that discussions have moved beyond an informal idea, although no official budget, location or construction timeline has yet been announced.
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Why the project could be significant
The proposed stadium comes at a time when calls for modern sports facilities have intensified across Ghana. Many stakeholders believe improved infrastructure is essential for developing local talent, strengthening domestic competitions and enabling the country to host more international sporting events.
A modern stadium could also ease pressure on the country’s existing venues, some of which have faced concerns over maintenance and suitability for major competitions in recent years.
While the project remains at an early stage, Mahama’s willingness to support its development has generated excitement among football fans, who see private sector investment as a potential catalyst for improving Ghana’s sporting infrastructure.
For now, attention will turn to whether the requested designs and cost estimates lead to a formal agreement and the announcement of a concrete roadmap for the project.
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