Parliament has approved a budget of GH¢65,899,456.00 to support sports development across the country, a move aimed at improving infrastructure and creating opportunities for young athletes.
The approval was granted on Thursday, March 27, 2025, after a motion was presented by the Minister of Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza.
Several Members of Parliament backed the motion, including Daniel Nana Addo-Kenneth, MP for Okere Constituency, who stressed the importance of maintaining sports facilities.
“Maintenance has been an issue, and if we want to continue developing our sports and engaging the youth, the maintenance aspect should be very important to the ministry. This will ensure that these facilities last and provide opportunities for young people to develop their talent,” he stated.
Agbodza outlined the ministry’s plans for the allocated funds, emphasizing its role in supporting various sporting initiatives.
“The amount is intended to help the ministry cover the activities of sports in the country, including the development of a new sports policy, the rehabilitation of some stadia, and the establishment of the national sports fund,” he explained.
The approval represents a crucial investment in Ghana’s sports sector, ensuring better infrastructure and sustained growth for future athletes.
