Nakivubo Stadium Belongs To The People Of Uganda But Hamis Kiggundu Is To Run It For 49 Years- President Museveni
President Museveni has today, Thursday, April 25, 2024, commissioned the refurbished Nakivubo War Memorial Stadium in downtown Kampala.
''I thank Mr. Hamis Kiggundu for his innovative spirit and congratulate the NRM for the smart policy of involving the private sector. Mr. Kiggundu's idea of constructing this stadium was clear to me during our previous meetings, and I promised him full government support as long as it benefits our people''. The President said.
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This followed a 2015 proposal by renowned businessman Al-Hajji Hamis Kiggundu to H.E the President of Uganda for the redevelopment of the sports complex and Park Yard Market.
Preident Museveni noted that Mr. Kiggundu can run it for the next 49 years to recoup his investment, but the stadium belongs to the people of Uganda.
Future governments will decide its fate. We shall build two more stadiums in the meantime and ensure that they meet international standards.
Additionally, we will complement them with zonal stadiums in the near future, Prioritization is key''.The President assured Ugandans.
Eight years after President Museveni blessed the project, the long-awaited facility has finally been commissioned. This moment marks the culmination of years of hard work and dedication said Hamis Kigundu
Not only does the facility stand as a testament to the vision of President Museveni, but it also represents a significant milestone in the development of the region when it comes to sports.He added.
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