The Member of Parliament for Akuapem North Constituency, Samuel Kwabena Awuku, popularly known as Sammi Awuku, has officially commissioned the newly completed Akropong PCE Ademim Field, a modern football-standard pitch in Akropong.
The project marks a major milestone for the community after years of lobbying, delays, and collaboration among traditional authorities, the Presbyterian Church, and educational institutions.
The commissioning took place on Tuesday, 25 November 2025, with the Okuapenhene, Obrempong Oseadeeyo Kwasi Akuffo, senior chiefs, clergy, and residents in attendance.
The facility was financed by the National Lottery Authority (NLA) and constructed by Wembley Sports Construction Company Limited during Awuku’s tenure as Director-General of the NLA. The initiative began when community elders approached Awuku—then an NPP Parliamentary Candidate and NLA Director-General—to transform a deteriorated field into a modern sports facility.
Cultural and Historical Significance
Located within the premises of the Presbyterian College of Education and flanked by the sacred Ademim River, the site holds cultural and spiritual significance. Awuku worked closely with the chiefs, the church, and the school to secure approval before construction began.
Construction Challenges
Awuku noted that the project faced challenges, including poor initial land conditions, flood risks, and heavy rains that required additional engineering assessments. A major delay occurred in 2024 when Awuku postponed the commissioning until after the general elections to avoid any perception of political influence.
“The rainy season provided a natural stress test for the pitch. Observing how the rains behaved helped us address critical issues and ensure proper drainage and a retainer wall,” he said, welcoming public criticism for improving the final outcome.
A Modern Sports Facility
The completed Wembley Park includes:
- A 500-seater spectator stand and VIP stand named after the first Okuapenhene
- Modern washrooms and office spaces
- A fully grassed football-standard playing field
A management committee has been established with representatives from the traditional council, the Presbyterian College of Education, the church, and the MP to ensure proper maintenance. Awuku emphasized the need for collective responsibility to preserve the facility for future generations.
Community Appreciation and Support
The Okuapenhene expressed profound appreciation to Awuku and the NLA, urging residents to safeguard the park and utilize it for the broader development of Akuapem.
As part of the commissioning, Awuku personally donated GHC 10,000, 20 crates of soft drinks, and 50 bags of sachet water to local football teams scheduled to use the facility.
Addressing attendees, Awuku said, “What our elders dreamt of, what the people wished for—today it has finally come to stay. I congratulate the people for their patience, resilience, and support.”
With the commissioning of the Akropong PCE Ademim Field, Akuapem North now joins other communities across the country benefiting from modern sports infrastructure.
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