Mr. Frank Boahene, the Fulham trained pitch maintenance expert and CEO of Green Grace Technology (GGT) says there is no problem for the National Sports Authority (NSA), managers of Accra Sports Stadium to rent the facility out for other activities aside football or sporting events.
Speaking to Yours Truly in an exclusive interview, he said although the main purpose of building the stadium was for football or sports in general, it can be used for entertainment and political rallies and church conventions.
He expressed that the pitch can be brought back into top shape if the managers are willing and ready to pay for the maintenance fees.
Mr. Boahene who is working on the Accra Hearts of Oak pitch at Pobiman said he had to rent for an accommodation at the area to get close and achieve results.
Also in charge of the renovation of the Accra Sports Stadium for the 13th African Games, football, he expressed that after 14 matches, it is good to said congratulations to his staff who have been committed and dedicated to ensure that Ghana delivers.
He thanked the NSA and Local Organising Committee LOC of the 13th African Games for giving him the contract to serve his nation.
He said the stadium can be used for any activity or program, however there must be funds available to put it back to shape and also give it some cosmetics to look beautiful and appealing.
He commended the Black Satellites for reaching the final and urged them to play their hearts out to beat Ugandan counterparts.
Mr. Boahene advised the sports authorities to make funds available for maintenance.
He was responsible for the Cape Coast Stadium which hosted the 13th African Games Women’s football competition and 12 training pitches.
By Sammy Heywood Okine
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