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The Local Organising Committee of the All African Games has defended the government’s decision to allocate $48 million towards the operational expenses of the games. This clarification comes in response to concerns raised by Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, regarding the planned expenditure despite substantial investments in infrastructure for the games.
In a statement issued by the executive chairman of the committee, Kwaku Ofosu-Asare, it was emphasized that hosting such major sporting events entails significant costs, often beyond infrastructure expenditures alone.
“Hosting pan-continental competitions such as the iconic African Games comes with significant investment but also with enduring country-impacting benefits.”
The statement underscores the complexity and scale of organizing the All African Games, necessitating substantial financial resources to cover various operational aspects such as venue management, security, transportation, accommodation, and other essential services.
Furthermore, the statement announced that Sports Minister Mustapha Ussif will host a press conference on March 4 to address any concerns arising from the games. This press conference is expected to provide further clarification and transparency regarding the government’s allocation of funds, as well as to address any queries or uncertainties raised by stakeholders and the public.
