The Let Her Play Project reached a thrilling conclusion at the New Maracana Sports Complex, where 150 young girls showcased their growth after 10 weeks of intensive football training.
At the heart of the celebration was the unveiling of Ajegunle Angels, a newly formed team made up of 30 standout players selected from the program.
Initiated by the Ajeromi-Ifelodun Sports Council under the leadership of McAnthony Anaelechukwu, the project was designed to create structured football opportunities for girls in the community.
From technical drills to life-skills sessions, participants were equipped with confidence, discipline, and teamwork.
Parents and residents filled the sidelines, cheering as the girls displayed impressive skill and determination.
For many, it was their first time watching their daughters play organized football.
“This is why we started,” said Anaelechukwu. “Today proves that girls belong on the pitch and in the future of Nigerian sport.”
The players themselves echoed that belief. Young talents like Chinaza Okafor, Fatima Bello, and Blessing Udoh expressed renewed confidence and ambitions of pursuing football professionally.
Beyond playing, the initiative, supported by the Nathaniel Idowu Foundation, aims to build a full ecosystem.
Future phases will train participants as coaches, referees, and medical personnel, ensuring broader career pathways in sports.
The project also received backing from the Lagos State Football Association, with Adedotun Coker providing consistent technical support.
All 150 participants will be awarded certificates at the upcoming Nathaniel Idowu U-14 League Super 4 finals, further celebrating their achievement.
With plans to expand to 250 girls in the next cohort, Let Her Play is already proving to be a movement shaping the future of girls’ football in Ajegunle.
