Stephen Keshi Stadium

Stephen Keshi Stadium

Full name	Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba
Former names	Asaba Township Stadium
Location	Asaba, Delta State, Nigeria
Coordinates	6°12′23″N6°43′21″E / 6.20628°N 6.72244°E / 6.20628; 6.72244
Owner	Delta State Government
Capacity	22,000
Surface	Grass

The Stephen Keshi Stadium is a multi-purpose complex in Asaba, in Nigeria's Delta State. ^[1]

The main venue at the complex is the Governor Okowa Main Bowl, the football and athletics stadium. It was formerly known as Asaba township stadium, and has been renamed after Nigerian footballer Stephen Keshi. ^{[2] [3]} The stadium hosted the 2018 African Championships in Athletics and has a capacity of 22,000 people, ^{[4] [5]} all covered. It was commissioned in 2018.

The executive space in Stephen Keshi Stadium Asaba

Gov Okowa Main Bowl

A section of Stephen Keshi Stadium Asaba

Part of Stephen Keshi Stadium Asaba

Stephen Keshi Stadium Asaba with viewers

Location

The Stephen Keshi Stadium is located in Asaba, Delta State, Nigeria, close to the River Niger Bridge and the city’s central business district. Its central position makes it accessible to both residents and visitors from across the region. The facility serves as a hub for athletics, football, and community events.

History

Stephen Keshi Stadium was previously known as Asaba Township Stadium. It was renamed after Stephen Keshi, a popular Nigerian football star and manager who died in 2016.

In 2024, the stadium was given a face-lift in preparation for hosting the 8th National Youth Games. ^[6]

Use

In 2025, it was announced that Anioma Sporting FC is scheduled to use the Stephen Keshi Stadium as its official match facility. The move is part of the club’s long-term player development strategy, offering its academy and first-team players access to a professional-grade venue. It also aligns with Anioma Sporting’s community engagement programs, which aim to bring high-level football closer to fans in Delta State while fostering local participation in the sport. ^{[7] [8]}

See also

• List of football stadiums in Nigeria
• Lists of stadiums

References

1. "Nigeria: Delta Queens Crowned FA Cup Champions".
2. At last, Stephen Keshi rests in Asaba. The Sun (2018-07-15). Retrieved on 2018-07-15.
3. History Beacons as Stephen Keshi Stadium Is Being Test-Run. ThisDay (2018-07-18). Retrieved on 2018-07-18.
4. Stephen Keshi Stadium ready in April for Africa Senior Athletic Championship - Okowa. Daly Trust (2018-01-13). Retrieved on 2018-01-13.
5. Asaba Stadium: New hope arises after 19 years. New Telegraph (2018-07-13). Retrieved on 2018-07-13.
6. "8Th NYG: Stephen Keshi Stadium Asaba wears new look - Daily Trust". dailytrust.com/. 2024-09-06. Retrieved 2024-09-06.
7. https://dailytrust.com/anioma-fc-officially-launched-promises-pathways-for-nigerian-talents/
8. https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/d/55482/anioma-fc-officially-launched-promises-pathways-for-nigerian-talents.html

External links

• ATHLETIC CHAMPIONSHIP: OKOWA ORDERS CONSTRUCTION OF ROADS AROUND STEPHEN KESHI’S STADIUM (Delta State government site)