The ongoing effort to revamp and reposition the National Sports Authority (NSA) has received a significant boost, as a large parcel of land—equivalent to five football fields—has officially been reclaimed by the NSA in Tamale, Northern Region.
Barely six weeks into his tenure, newly appointed NSA Director General Yaw Ampofo Ankrah has been vocal about the need for a comprehensive “RESET” of sports administration across all departments. He has emphasized that this transformation will require strategic planning, relentless determination, and hard work.
Despite being early days, the Director General has already made a mark, introducing several promising initiatives. One of his recent actions was a working visit to Tamale, where he engaged with NSA staff at the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium.
The trip revealed a mix of challenges and opportunities: on one hand, deteriorating stadium infrastructure; on the other, renewed hope as the historic Kaladan Park—fondly known as the “sakora pitch”—has officially been returned to NSA control after a drawn-out legal dispute.
Kaladan Park, once a formidable home ground for Real Tamale United and host to countless legendary matches, holds both sentimental and strategic value. During the visit, NSA’s Chief Director Alhaji Abubakar Mahamoud confirmed the successful outcome of the legal proceedings, marking the park’s return to NSA management.
In addition to reclaiming the park itself, the NSA has also secured most of the surrounding lands that had been encroached upon. With proper documentation underway, the Authority is now positioned to attract investors and embark on major developmental projects in the area.
This victory is a major step forward in the NSA’s broader mission to rejuvenate sports infrastructure and administration across the country.
