Ruto’s PS Patrick Mariru Showcases Latest Progress Of 10,000-Seater Olkalou Stadium

Defence Principal Secretary Patrick Mariru has showcased the latest progress in the construction of the 10,000-seater Olkalou Stadium in Nyandarua County, assuring residents that the project will be completed within the scheduled timeframe.In an update shared on Friday, November 13, Mariru revealed that construction activities were ongoing at the facility, which is being supervised by the Ministry of Defence.

Accompanying his update with images from the construction site, the PS expressed confidence that contractors would meet the deadline issued by President William Ruto.

“Progress at 10,000 seater Olkalou Stadium, Nyandarua County this morning. It will be completed on time as directed by H.E the President William Samoei Ruto,” Mariru stated.

He further confirmed that the project was being supervised by the Ministry of Defence, which has been involved in overseeing the construction of several sports facilities across the country.

The Olkalou Stadium is part of the government’s wider investment in sports infrastructure aimed at improving sporting facilities and creating opportunities for talented athletes across different regions.

Earlier reports indicated that construction works at the stadium began in May 2026, with the initial foundation phase completed as contractors moved to structural works, including concrete pouring, steel reinforcement and terrace construction.The facility is expected to provide modern sporting infrastructure for resident of Nyandarua, neighbouring counties, particularly young people interested in football, athletics and other sporting disciplines.

The Ministry of Defence has taken a leading role in supervising several stadium projects being undertaken by the national government as part of efforts to expand sports infrastructure.

President Ruto has repeatedly emphasised the importance of completing the facilities within the stipulated timelines to support sports development and nurture talent across the country.

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