An NSC official told The PUNCH that the contractor handling the project, Julius Berger had completed the first phase of the work, which included removal and replacement of the topsoil, and planting the approved specie of grass.
"Where we are at present, is the nurturing of the grass and this will terminate on August 15th of this year," Director of Facilities at the National Sports Commission, Ibrahim Shehu said.
He also stated that main pitch of the stadium would be ready for use from that date.
"The pitch would be ready for light use from August 15th and we will observe it for two weeks. After that, the pitch can be used regularly for football and other sporting activities."
On plans to regularly maintain the stadium, Shehu said that the NSC has an arrangement with the contractor to maintain the stadium for six months after it is handed over to the Commission.
Source: The Punch
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