LAGOS — Thursday, April 30, 2026 — The Legacy Pitch, National Stadium, Lagos, came alive with energy and purpose as the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, kicked off a three-day Youth Engagement Programme, bringing together over 500 young Nigerians in a bold grassroots football initiative.
From morning till afternoon, the pitch was filled with excitement as participants engaged in football drills, matches, and structured activities designed to discover talent, build discipline, and create opportunities for the next generation.
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The initiative reflects Adeboye’s strong and consistent commitment to youth empowerment through sports, providing a platform where young people can actively showcase their abilities while staying positively engaged.
Speaking at the event, the SSA emphasized the importance of grassroots investment in shaping the future of Nigerian football.
“The future of our sports lies here at the grassroots. When you create platforms like this, you are not just organizing games—you are discovering talents, building confidence, and giving young people direction.”
The programme, which runs for three days, is focused on continuous engagement, ensuring that participants remain active, inspired, and connected to opportunities within the sports ecosystem.
“This is about keeping our youths engaged, focused, and inspired. Football is a powerful tool, and we must continue to use it to create opportunities and positive impact.”
Participants expressed excitement and gratitude, with many seeing the programme as a rare opportunity to be noticed and develop their football potential.
With over 500 youths actively involved and more activities lined up through the duration of the programme, the Legacy Pitch at the National Stadium has become a hub of hope, talent, and ambition.
As the event continues, one thing is clear—under Adeboye’s leadership, grassroots sports is not just being talked about… it is being actively delivered where it matters most.
