Respite for Onduparaka as they regain access to the Green Light Stadium

Rashid Okocha leads his teammates in a goal celebration at the Greenlight stadium. (Ondu Twitter)

FOOTBALL Respite for Onduparaka as they regain access to the Green Light Stadium

Peter Tabu • 15:17 - 30.06.2023

In a letter dated 23rd June, the caterpillars had been notified by the Arua City Council of the decision to assume control of the stadium, accusing Onduparaka of mismanaging the facility, which had prompted the Council to come in and take over the revenue collection.

Once again, Onduparaka FC can feel relieved after being granted access to the Green Light stadium.

In a letter dated 23rd June, the caterpillars had been notified by the Arua City Council of the decision to assume control of the stadium, accusing Onduparaka of mismanaging the facility, which had prompted the Council to come in and take over the revenue collection.

Part of the letter stated, "Arising out of the challenges of managing Onduparaka playground, also known as the Green Light stadium2, I have taken over the facility's management with immediate effect."

However, following a meeting between Onduparaka FC's management and the Resident City Commissioner, both parties have reached a compromise, with the club releasing a statement to that effect on Friday indicating the different resolutions agreed upon.

Part of the statement read, "Ondupraka FC will continue with normal activities of managing the stadium," the club statement revealed.

"As they wait for the renewal of its memorandum of understanding from Madi and West Nile Diocese, which before the signing will be discussed amongst the key stakeholders."

Onduparaka FC was relegated from the StarTimes Uganda Premier League for the first time since they gained promotion eight years ago.

The side has used the Green Light stadium as a home ground for the past five years. They played in the top flight.

Over the years, the West Nile side has produced several, building a vibrant fan base that always saw the Green Light stadium filled to capacity during home league games.

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