Minister Ogwang demands security for Hoima Stadium contractor
He urged local leaders and police to support the contractor, SUMA, who will be working around the clock.
Hoima: The Minister State for Sports, Peter Ogwang has called on local leaders and police in Hoima to ensure the security of the contractor building Hoima Stadium, warning against any sabotage that could delay the project.
The stadium is set for completion by December 31, 2025.
During a site visit in Hoima, Ogwang, accompanied by officials from FUFA and the National Council of Sports, reiterated the government’s commitment to completing the stadium on time.
He urged local leaders and police to support the contractor, SUMA, who will be working around the clock.
Ogwang assured the contractor that water has already been extended to the site, with electricity to follow within four days.
The minister also outlined the government’s broader plan to build more sports facilities to enhance Uganda’s capacity to host major international events, such as the Olympics.
Addressing concerns about environmental impact, Ogwang dismissed claims that the construction was encroaching on a wetland.
Ogwang also responded to rumors that the government plans to rent out Namboole Stadium to Pastor Bujingo for annual prayers, emphasizing that the stadium is reserved exclusively for sports.
Moses Muyambi, the Resident City Commissioner for Hoima City East, pledged full support and security for the contractor to ensure the project’s success.
The government has stipulated that 80% of the workforce on the project will be local, with only 20 percent comprising expatriates.
Site clearing is already underway, and the foundation stone for the 20,000-seater Hoima Stadium is set to be laid soon. Construction will proceed day and night to meet the December 31, 2025 deadline.
The stadium, with an estimated cost of $130 million, will include an indoor arena, a swimming pool, training pitches, and a track, alongside the main stadium with a seating capacity of 20,000.
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