PHOTOS OF THE NEWLY OPENED 30,000-CAPACITY AKWA IBOM STADIUM, UYO

Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Godwin Akpabio, ledbthe government and people of Akwa Ibom state in opening the Akwa Ibom International Stadium aptly nicknamed The Nest of Champions.

Modelled after the Allianz Arena in Germany, the home ground of reigning German Champions Bayern Munich, the Stadium boasts 4 -tier, covered, seating terrace, all-natural grass, high-tech

floodlights and security cameras, 36 emergency exits, bullet proof VVIP and VIP along with other ultra-modern facilities.

At the opening today, top dignitaries including President Jonathan were present at the stadium. 




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