PM Abiy, CAF President Patrice Motsepe Visit Adey Ababa Stadium

Addis Ababa October 21/2024 (ENA)-Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed with President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Patrice Motsepe, visited the under-construction Adey Ababa stadium in Addis Ababa today.  

Culture and Sport Minister, Shewit Shanka, Ethiopian Football Federation President, Isayas Jira, among other official also attended the visit.

Recall Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced last June 2024 that Ethiopia has submitted its application to host the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and the country is carrying out preparatory activities.

Accordingly, Ethiopia has thrown its hat into the ring to host the prestigious Africa Cup of Nations, it was learned.

The Prime Minister also mentioned that former Nigerian footballers known for playing in the English Premier League and various European clubs including former football players, Daniel Amokachi and Nwankwo Kanu, have been elected as Ethiopian ambassadors and have begun efforts to get Ethiopia's request acceptable. 

The 46th Ordinary General Assembly of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) is going to kick off tomorrow, 22nd October 2024.