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Lagos Sports Trust Fund confirms readiness of Rowe Park for National Intermediate Games

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  • Rowe Park Sports Centre in Yaba is undergoing rapid renovation of its Indoor Sports Hall and squash courts.
  • The Lagos State Sports Trust Fund (LSSTF) has confirmed the facilities will be ready for the National Intermediate Games in October.
  • The project, commissioned less than two weeks ago, is on track for completion ahead of schedule, with contractors working diligently.

Rowe Park Sports Centre in Yaba is set to host the upcoming National Intermediate Games in October, thanks to a swift and impressive renovation of its Indoor Sports Hall and squash courts. The Lagos State Sports Trust Fund (LSSTF) has confirmed that the facilities are nearing completion, with rapid progress being made just weeks before the event.

I am more than impressed. With the speed and quality I’ve seen, I’m confident Rowe Park will be ready by mid-September, ahead of schedule. This is achievable, and I commend the contractor for its dedication.

— Olaposi AgunbiadeThe LSSTF Executive Secretary expressed his satisfaction with the renovation progress.

Wahid Oshodi, Chairman of the LSSTF, has overseen the project, which was commissioned less than two weeks ago to Messrs Intemol Consult Limited. The renovation is progressing so quickly that LSSTF Executive Secretary, Olaposi Agunbiade, expressed confidence after a site visit that Rowe Park would be ready by mid-September, ahead of the scheduled October 1-15 Games. Agunbiade commended the contractor's dedication and thanked Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for the timely release of funds, underscoring Lagos State's commitment to sports development.

Arc. Niyi Lawal, representing Intemol Consult Limited, shared his team's determination, noting they accepted a challenging six-week target after initially quoting three months. Engineers have been working day and night, even reassigning staff from Abuja, to ensure the Indoor Hall and squash courts are fully operational by the third week of September. This commitment ensures the facilities will be ready well in advance of the Games.

We initially quoted three months, but accepted the six-week target. Our engineers have been working day and night, even redeploying staff from Abuja, to meet the deadline.

— Arc. Niyi LawalThe representative for Intemol Consult Limited described the contractor's commitment to the renovation timeline.

The revitalization of Rowe Park signifies more than just a cosmetic upgrade; it represents a significant milestone in Lagos State's ongoing efforts to provide athletes with world-class sporting venues. As the countdown to the inaugural National Intermediate Games begins, the newly renovated facilities stand poised to host competitions and inspire a new generation of Nigerian athletes.

By the third week of September, the Indoor Hall and squash courts will be fully operational.

— Arc. Niyi LawalHe assured stakeholders of the completion date for the renovated facilities.
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