Fans and spectators across the world are all geared up for the semi-final stage of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria and Bafana Bafana of South Africa will clash in a highly anticipated match on Wednesday, February 7, 2024.
In Lagos State, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s led government has set up football viewing centres to provide an immersive experience for the residents as anxieties intensify.
The winner of this encounter will progress to the final stage of the 2023 AFCON.
AFCON Excitement
The Lagos State Government has, ahead of this event, established a mega viewing centre at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan, Lagos.
This initiative is part of the government’s efforts to promote and ensure that the thrilling and unifying sport of football is enjoyed by people of all ages across the state.
A total of 25 viewing centres spreads throughout Lagos.
The government aims to create an atmosphere where the teeming population can come together and revel in the excitement of the ongoing AFCON.
Nigeria has remained undefeated in the 2023 AFCON, which commenced on January 13, 2024.
The kick-off for today’s highly anticipated match is scheduled for 6 pm.
AFCON Champions
Nigeria has been crowned AFCON champions three times, finished second on four occasions and came third place eight times.
The Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, confirmed the viewing centres via a statement.
He said: “Lagos, being the sports capital and the base of the largest supporters of the Super Eagles, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, deemed it fit to provide an opportunity for all fans to watch the match.
“Mr Governor expressed the hope that the national team will triumph in the match because the team has so far shown the capacity and technical know-how to win.”
Below Is The Full List Of Viewing Centres Outlined By The Lagos Government
Apart from the Mega Viewing Centre at Onikan, other centres are located in:
Agege Stadium
Abesan Sports Centre
Alimosho LGA Secretariat
Agbado-Oke Odo
Local Council Development Area
LCDA
Secretariat
L.A. Primary School
Layeni
Ajeromi-Ifelodun
Anglican Primary School
Aradagun
Badagry.
Others include:
New Road Primary School, Ajegunle
Femi Gbajabiamila Mini Stadium, Coker-Aguda, Surulere
Epe Recreation Centre Sprite Court, Festac
Igando-Ikotun LCDA Secretariat
Onisabe of Igbobi’s Palace, Jibowu
Alajede’s Palace, Ijede
Oba’s Palace, Ijegun
Ikorodu Town Hall
APC Party Secretariat, Ketu
Also listed as viewing centres are:
Campos Mini Stadium, Lagos
Lagos House Car Park, Marina
Mushin Public Library
YMD Garden, Ojo
Olera Football Pitch
Ojokoro Housing Estate
Afolabi Primary School, Oshodi
Papa Playing Field, Oworonsoki and
Rowe Park Sports Centre, Yaba.
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