It was indeed a joyous day for Akwaibomites and Nigerians as President Goodluck Jonathan led Ghanaian leader President John Dramani Mahama and Ivorian Head of State, Dr. Alassane Ouattara to formally open the much talked about Akwa Ibom International Stadium, Uyo Friday evening, with Governor Godswill Obot Akpabio, CON, as chief host.
The 30,000 – capacity venue, with a bullet –proof State Box that has 70 seats, has been described by the Vice President of Ghana Football Association, Mr. Fred Crentsil (who was sent by CAF to inspect the venue) as being “among the best you can find anywhere in the world.”
Legendary Music producer Don Jazzy and his Mavin crew – Tiwa Savage, Dr. SID, Korede, D Prince, entertained the audience.
Nigeria’s Super Eagles faced their Ghanaian counterparts in an international friendly at the new Stadium Friday evening.
The warm-up game between the two West African nations is to officially open the new stadium, which is also known as the Nest of Champions, and the winners of the one-day friendly will receive the Transformation Cup for their efforts. Continue to see more pics after the cut...
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