By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
P9O Newsletter
Join Us!

Subscribe to our newsletter and never miss our investigative stories, breaking news, podcasts etc..

Zero spam, Unsubscribe at any time.
  • Home
  • Nigeria
  • Politics
  • Metro
  • World
  • Lifestlye
  • Football
  • 2023 Election
Reading: Côte d’Ivoire Prepares to Host 2023 AFCON, Says Envoy
Prime 9ja Online
Prime 9ja Online Prime 9ja Online
Aa
  • Africa
  • Business
  • Football
  • Metro
  • Nigeria
  • Opinion
  • Politics
  • Technology
Search
  • Categories
  • _Football
  • _Lifestyle
  • _World
  • _Metro
  • _Politics
  • _Nigeria
  • Pages
  • _About Us
  • _Contact Us
  • _Privacy Policy
Follow Us
Africa

Côte d’Ivoire Prepares to Host 2023 AFCON, Says Envoy

Kalilou Traore, the Ambassador of Côte d’Ivoire to Nigeria, has reaffirmed his country's preparedness to host the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations...

News Agency of Nigeria
News Agency of Nigeria - Agency Reporter December 18, 2023
Updated December 18, 2023 at 11:16 AM
Share
Côte d’Ivoire Prepares to Host 2023 AFCON, Says Envoy
SHARE

Côte d’Ivoire Prepares to Host 2023 AFCON, Says Envoy

Kalilou Traore, the Ambassador of Côte d’Ivoire to Nigeria, has reaffirmed his country's preparedness to host the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). 

In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Abuja, Traore stated that all necessary measures have been put in place to ensure a smooth tournament.

The tournament, as reported by NAN, is slated to take place from January 13 to February 11. Traore expressed that the entire population of Côte d’Ivoire is mobilised to make this one of the biggest events for Africa.

“This is starting from the Head of State, President Alassane Ouattara, and the Prime Minister, who right now is the Minister of Sports and is particularly in charge of the organisation of this tournament.

“Beyond the government, the population has been mobilised. The tourism sector has been mobilised, the security, the building sector have built many stadiums that will host different matches.

“So, all the sectors in Côte d’Ivoire have been mobilised and they are almost ready.

“Now, they are fine-tuning all the little little things, so that they will be ready before the official opening on Jan. 13.”

Traore explained that the mobilisation involves budget allocation and infrastructure overhaul to ensure a successful tournament. He further stated that the Ivorian government is working closely with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to achieve the desired goals.

“Each country has to take charge of its own team, but when they bring them into Côte d’Ivoire, the facilities are there for them to use,“he said.

He assured that every facility which would facilitate the performance of the teams has been provided by the government of Côte d’Ivoire. The envoy also assured that Côte d’Ivoire and CAF were working together with the various participating countries’ football federations to ensure a hitch-free AFCON in the country.

“I recently visited the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president, and he is in touch with his counterparts in Côte d’Ivoire in terms of preparation,” he said. (NAN)

Tags: Africa, Football, Sports

Sign Up For Daily Newsletter

Be keep up! Get the latest breaking news delivered straight to your inbox.
By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Share this Article
Facebook WhatsApp TwitterEmail Print

You Might Also Like

Facebook Like
Twitter Follow
Pinterest Pin
Telegram Subscribe
Prime 9ja Online

Subscribe to our newsletter to receive our latest updates instantly on your email.

About

  • About Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms
  • Disclaimer
  • Fact-Checking Policy
  • Code of Ethics
  • Corrections and Correctives
  • Editorial Integrity
  • Ethical Conduct
  • Funding

Connect

  • Contact Us
  • Advertise
  • Submit a Tip

© 2025 Prime 9ja Online Media - All Rights Reserved.

Follow Us