Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has provided an update on preparations for the official opening of the Raila Odinga International Stadium ahead of its scheduled commissioning on January 5, 2027.

In a statement shared on Monday, November 9, Omollo revealed that he joined other government officials during an inspection tour to assess the readiness of the 60,000-capacity facility ahead of the highly anticipated ceremony.

The stadium is expected to officially open with an international football friendly featuring German Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich and Dutch football club Ajax.

The match will mark the facility's first international football encounter, placing Kenya's new sporting infrastructure on the international stage.

During the inspection, officials assessed various aspects of the stadium to establish whether it would be ready to accommodate players, spectators and other guests expected to attend the historic event.

Omollo also highlighted the facility's importance in Kenya's preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which the country is expected to co-host with its regional partners.

According to the Principal Secretary, the stadium is expected to play a major role during the continental competition by hosting two significant events, namely the opening ceremony and the final.

The 60,000-seater facility is among Kenya's major investments in sports infrastructure, aimed at improving the country's ability to host international football tournaments and other major sporting events.

Its commissioning is expected to mark a significant milestone as Kenya continues preparations for AFCON 2027.

The latest inspection comes as the government intensifies efforts to ensure the venue meets the requirements for international competitions.

Attention will now shift to the January 5 ceremony, when Bayern Munich and Ajax are expected to headline the stadium's official opening celebrations.

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