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EXCLUSIVE: Sports Minister orders closure of National Stadium Lagos

Posted : 23 April 2023
The Minister of Youths and Sport Development, Sunday Dare on Saturday announced that the National Stadium Surulere in Lagos would be temporarily closed, due to the collapse of its floodlight.

The Sports Minister, Dare, made this known, after inspecting the collapsed floodlight mast and the remaining standing floodlights.

Africa Sport Network (ASN) reports that Dare had paid a scheduled visit to the stadium on Friday with a promise to make his stand known after due assessment.

However, Dare after the tour round the stadium ordered the closure of the stadium to avert any unforseen circumstances.

“Thank God there was no casualty. I also inspected the three other light masts and the effects of age and weather elements were visible, clearly, they are also a suspect after 51 years.

"Based on my assessment, advice of experts and in the interest of public safety, there will be a  temporary closure of the stadium and surrounding facilities, proper assessment and necessary action will be taken soon.

"The concession process towards fully privatising the Surulere stadium which began last year will be expedited by the Federal Government through the ICRC towards a comprehensive rehabilitation and upgrade of the 51 years old edifice.

"We have decided to be on the side of caution, hence the decision to impose extensive restrictions around the stadium.

Dare added: "We request the cooperation of anyone who this decision may inconvenience as we cannot ascertain the reality on the ground".

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