A powerful rainstorm wreaked havoc on the Sunyani Coronation Park on Saturday evening, leaving a trail of destruction across the cherished sporting venue. The VIP stands, along with other sections of the park including the Jubilee and DKM stands, bore the brunt of the storm's fury. Eyewitnesses recount the chaos that ensued, with portions of the roofing collapsing onto nearby structures and narrowly missing vehicles, plunging the area into darkness.
Francis Ankamah Wanney, Secretary of the Bono Ahafo Regional Football Association, vividly described the harrowing scene that unfolded following an FA Cup match between Sunyani Prisons Ladies and Kumasi Sports Academy. The abrupt onset of the rainstorm sent shockwaves through the park, with debris from the collapsed roofing posing imminent danger to spectators and players alike. The urgency of the situation was underscored by the blackout caused by the collapse of a portion of the roof onto a NEDCo light pole.
In the aftermath of the devastation, Mr. Foster Kwame Opoku Boakye, the Bono Regional Director of the National Sports Authority, issued a heartfelt plea for assistance to address the extensive damage. Urgent needs include roofing sheets, lumber, nails, and other materials essential for repairs, as well as support for the re-roofing efforts to ensure the safety and integrity of the park. The Coronation Park, a cornerstone of sporting events and community pride in the Bono Region, stands as a symbol of resilience in the face of adversity as efforts to rebuild and restore hope for the future are underway.
