The Parliamentary Select Committee on Youth and Sports has expressed its admiration for the efforts of Osman Ayariga, Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority (NYA), in reviving the abandoned Azumah Nelson Sports Complex. Led by its Chairman, Ernest Norgbey, the Committee visited the facility on October 8, 2026, to inspect the ongoing works and assess the progress of the project. The Committee's visit was part of its working visit to the National Youth Authority.
During the visit, the Committee was briefed on the efforts being undertaken by the NYA to restore the facility and transform it into a functional space for youth development and sporting activities. The Committee welcomed the intervention, noting the importance of reviving abandoned public sports facilities to create opportunities for young people and support the development of sports across Ghana. This development is expected to have a positive impact on the country's sports sector.
The Azumah Nelson Sports Complex had been abandoned for several years, but the NYA's intervention has seen the facility undergo significant renovations. The Committee's visit provided an opportunity for its members to engage with the NYA leadership on its plans for the facility and assess the progress of the project. The Committee's Chairman, Ernest Norgbey, expressed satisfaction with the work being done.
The Parliamentary Select Committee on Youth and Sports has been working closely with the NYA to ensure that youth development and sporting activities are given the necessary attention. The Committee's visit to the Azumah Nelson Sports Complex is part of its efforts to engage with stakeholders and assess the progress of projects aimed at promoting youth development and sports in Ghana.
Osman Ayariga, CEO of the NYA, has been praised for his efforts in securing funding and resources for the renovation of the Azumah Nelson Sports Complex. The NYA's efforts to revive abandoned public sports facilities have been commended by various stakeholders, including the Parliamentary Select Committee on Youth and Sports.
The renovation of the Azumah Nelson Sports Complex is expected to provide a platform for young people to engage in sporting activities and develop their skills. The facility is also expected to serve as a hub for youth development programs, providing opportunities for young people to access education, training, and other resources.
The Parliamentary Select Committee on Youth and Sports has urged the NYA to continue its efforts to promote youth development and sports in Ghana. The Committee has also pledged its support for the NYA's initiatives aimed at promoting youth development and sports, including the renovation of the Azumah Nelson Sports Complex.
Key points
- The Parliamentary Select Committee on Youth and Sports commends NYA CEO Osman Ayariga for rebuilding the abandoned Azumah Nelson Sports Complex.
- The renovation of the Azumah Nelson Sports Complex is expected to provide opportunities for young people to engage in sporting activities and develop their skills.
- The NYA's efforts to revive abandoned public sports facilities have been commended by various stakeholders, including the Parliamentary Select Committee on Youth and Sports.
