It was a night of glitz, rhythm, and celebration as Hon. Adeyinka Adeboye, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, was once again in the global spotlight — this time at the African British Celebrity Entertainment Awards (ABCEA 2025) in London.
Coming just weeks after his recognition in France, Adeboye’s latest honour marks his second international award in under a month, underscoring his growing influence and impact on sports development both in Nigeria and across the diaspora.
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The glamorous ceremony, held at The Grand Empire, Rushey Green, drew a packed audience of over a hundred guests — a vibrant mix of leaders from entertainment, sports, and African communities in the UK — all eager to celebrate Africa’s shining achievers, are put together by Dubai Entertainment Worldwide.
Event coordinator praised Adeboye’s visionary approach, saying his passion for empowering youth through sports “has become a model worthy of global recognition.”
In his acceptance speech, Adeboye delivered an inspiring message filled with gratitude and resolve:
“Tonight isn’t just about me — it’s about Nigeria’s new story. A story of young people rising, of dreams breaking boundaries, and of a nation whose greatness shines through its people. Every award reminds me that our work has just begun — to build a Nigeria where sports becomes a bridge to hope, unity, and opportunity.”
The hall erupted in applause as the SSA thanked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his unwavering belief in grassroots sports and youth empowerment.
From Paris to London, Adeboye’s back-to-back honours have positioned him as one of Nigeria’s most celebrated sports diplomats — a man whose passion for development continues to win hearts and headlines wherever he goes.
