Description
The Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium located in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. The stadium has undergone significant renovations under Governor Godwin Obaseki's administration and has been certified by local and international sporting bodies. It serves as the home stadium for Bendel Insurance FC and Edo Queens FC and has hosted various national and international sporting events, including the National Sports Festival.
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Things to Note
Here are few things to note about Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium:
- Capacity: The stadium has a seating capacity of 20,000 people, although some sources mention a 12,000-capacity covered arena.
- History: Originally known as Ogbe Stadium, it was built in 1968 and named after Dr. Samuel Ogbemudia, a former governor of the old Mid-Western State.
- Facilities: The stadium boasts modern facilities, including:
- Football Pitch: A FIFA-approved natural grass pitch for international soccer tournaments
- Athletics Track: Refitted running tracks for athletes
- Tennis and Squash Courts: Refurbished courts for these sports
- Olympic-size Swimming Pool: A modern pool for aquatic events
- Indoor Suspended Gymnasium: A state-of-the-art gymnasium, the first of its kind in Nigeria
- Electronic Score Screens and Floodlights: High-capacity screens and lighting systems
- Video Assistant Referee (VAR) Technology: Modern technology for accurate refereeing decisions
Things to Pack
- Sport gear
- camera
- comfortable clothing and footwears
- towel or handkerchief
- sun protection
- bottle water.