President Kufuor on Saturday inspected preparatory works for the construction of $25-million sports stadium at Akopopyir near Cape Coast. The preparatory works which include levelling of the site and filling of a nearby swampy area to prevent flooding, and the construction of drains are expected to be completed by the end of this month. The construction of the 15,000 seatter capacity stadium, which will among others have facilities like an electronic score board and an athletics track is expected to be completed within 18 months and would be undertaken by Polish construction firm, Pol-Mot Holdings and their Ghanaian counterparts, Motherwell International limited. President Kufuor who was briefed on the progress of work by the sub-contractor, Nana Yaw kissi of High Brains Construction Limited said he was satisfied with the amount of work done so far. President Kufuor cut the sod to commence work on the oval-shaped stadium in May this year amid jubilation by residents of the Municipality. Source: GNA