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Prophet Brampa and NSA Officials Oppose Hosting Momofest Concert at Ho Sports Stadium
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Prophet Bright Brampa, founder of Christ Power for All Nations, has voiced strong opposition to the planned use of the Ho Sports Stadium for the upcoming Momofest musical concert. Supported by sports officials and traditional leaders, the move aims to preserve the integrity of the Volta Region's premier athletic facility. Critics argue that hosting a large-scale entertainment event poses a significant risk of damage to the playing turf, which is essential for the growth of local sports and the development of regional athletes. Brampa emphasized that the stadium holds a unique and vital position within the community and should be reserved strictly for its intended purpose. The National Sports Authority (NSA) has signaled its own reservations regarding the event. Madam Jennifer Kokumah, representing the NSA, echoed Prophet Brampa’s sentiments, highlighting the technical risks associated with heavy foot traffic and the installation of stage equipment on the grass field. To mitigate potential damage, Brampa and other stakeholders have urged the event organizers to consider relocating the concert to the Ho Youth Resource Centre, which they believe is a more appropriate venue for such a gathering. Adding weight to the opposition, traditional leaders from the Asorgli State have expressed their concerns, revealing they were not officially informed or consulted regarding the concert arrangements. Their involvement underscores the cultural and community significance of the stadium as a public asset. This lack of coordination between event organizers and local custodians has sparked a broader debate in Ho regarding the management of public infrastructure and the potential for conflict between the entertainment industry and the preservation of sporting assets. As the date for Momofest approaches, the pushback from religious, traditional, and sports authorities places the event organizers under increasing pressure to reconsider their venue choice. The situation highlights a recurring challenge in Ghana where a scarcity of dedicated multi-purpose entertainment venues often leads to the over-utilization of sports stadiums for non-sporting events. The final resolution of this standoff will likely set a precedent for how the National Sports Authority balances the need for revenue generation from facility rentals against the long-term maintenance of the country’s athletic grounds.
