Olembe stadium suspension lifted, to host finals on Jan 6

The Confederation of Africa Football (CAF) have lifted the suspension on Olembe Stadium, Yaounde after it received a report compiled by CAF Safety and Security Department in regard to the tragedy that occurred at the stadium last week Monday. It will be recalled that eight persons died in the stampede with many others sustaining injuries […]

The Confederation of Africa Football (CAF) have lifted the suspension on Olembe Stadium, Yaounde after it received a report compiled by CAF Safety and Security Department in regard to the tragedy that occurred at the stadium last week Monday.

It will be recalled that eight persons died in the stampede with many others sustaining injuries and the CAF president, Dr Patrice Motsepe in an emergency meeting announced the suspension of the games scheduled for the stadium

According to a statement from CAF, the report dealt with and highlighted the tragic circumstances which led to 38 people being injured and eight fatalities.

The report further highlighted the recommendations and interventions to ensure that a tragedy of this nature should never be repeated.

“Having noted the recommendations and undertakings from government in regard to additional security provisions over and above those which were already successfully implemented at the Ahmadou Ahidjo Stadium during the Morocco and Malawi match and at the Japoma Stadium during the Gambia and Cameroon match, the CAF Organising Committee unanimously agreed to lift the suspension imposed on the Olembé, Stadium and allow one of the Total Energies AFCON Cup of Nations Semi-Finals as well as the Final Match to take place at the Olembé Stadium.

“In conclusion, CAF, the Local Organising Committee and the Government of Cameroon having significantly increased security and resources at the Olembé Stadium, are confident that the safety and security of spectators and visitors will be assured,” the statement said.