The National Sports Authority (NSA) is taking decisive action to improve the upkeep of Ghana’s key sporting facilities. Director General Yaw Ampofo Ankrah has confirmed plans to purchase pitch covers for major national stadia to address long-standing maintenance issues.

The initiative follows recent concerns over the poor condition of several venues, which were declared unfit to host matches due to inadequate protection and field deterioration. Speaking on Asempa FM, Ampofo Ankrah admitted that the absence of pitch covers had been a past oversight but assured the public that corrective measures are now in motion.

“We are in the process of acquiring pitch covers for our stadia,” he explained. “Maybe in the past it was an oversight, but we are making arrangements to get some now.”

The project will target key venues such as the Accra Sports Stadium, Baba Yara Stadium, Cape Coast Stadium, Essipong Sports Stadium, and the Aliu Mahama Stadium. By shielding the playing surfaces from harsh weather and heavy use, the NSA aims to preserve pitch quality, ensuring these facilities remain fit for local and international competitions.

This investment is expected to significantly raise the standards of Ghana’s sports infrastructure, offering athletes and fans a better match-day experience while protecting the country’s premier sporting assets for years to come.