Gov. Sule pledges Olympic-size stadium in Lafia
Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has unveiled plans to build an Olympic-size stadium in Lafia, the state capital, before the end of his tenure. The governor made the announcement on the sidelines of the grand finale of the 2025 Nasarawa State Governor’s Football Cup, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to revamping the sports sector and providing […]
Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has unveiled plans to build an Olympic-size stadium in Lafia, the state capital, before the end of his tenure.
The governor made the announcement on the sidelines of the grand finale of the 2025 Nasarawa State Governor’s Football Cup, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to revamping the sports sector and providing modern infrastructure to drive youth development and sporting excellence across the state.
“The ultimate goal here is not just to renovate the Lafia City Stadium, but to rebuild the entire facilities.”
Governor Sule explained that the existing Lafia City Stadium is currently overstretched by numerous sporting events, hindering comprehensive renovation efforts. Consequently, his administration is now considering building a completely new, state-of-the-art facility.
“My administration is already considering constructing a brand new sporting facility in the State Capital, an Olympic-size Stadium where, we believe, will serve as a crucible for nurturing excellence, empowering our young athletes to scale national and international heights,” the Governor stated.
He explained that the proposed stadium is designed to host top-level competitions, including fixtures involving Nigeria’s national teams, a move expected to attract investment and reinforce Nasarawa State’s standing as a centre for sporting activities. The facility is also intended to nurture talent and empower young athletes, further entrenching the state’s reputation for sports excellence.
At the tournament finale, Karu Local Government Area emerged champions after a 3–0 victory over Wamba in the final, earning a N5 million prize, while Wamba received N3 million as runners-up.