Lagos, has continued to play host to various
events, sporting as well as social activities.
The facility which is situated in the heart of
Lagos, though has not hosted a major event
in recent time, has attracted athletes in
various sports as they continue to use the
edifice as their training ground.
According to Solomon Dalung, Nigeria’s
Minister for Youths and Sports, plans are on
for the renovation of the beautiful edifice.
He said: “Lagos national stadium is a
monument with a rich history and our sports
athletes can be traced to this stadium, we had
even international events there, we have
athletes that came from all over the world that
participated there.
“So, we have no option than to renovate, our
customs and image has an attachment with
the stadium.”
Athletes training at the Lawn tennis court at
the National stadium in Surulere, Lagos
state.
A man displayed his bicycles for hire at the
national stadium in Surulere, Lagos state.
Photo: Osodi Emmanuel
Young boys playing basketball during
basketball training at the outdoor basketball
court in national stadium, Surulere, Lagos.
Photo: Osodi Emmanuel
Footballers training at the astro turf pitch in
national stadium, Surulere, Lagos state.
Photo: Osodi Emmanuel
Some young girls engaging in Ballet
activities at the National stadium in Lagos.
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