Sportsville Awards 2026: A Night of Glamour and Recognition in Lagos
The stage is set for an evening of elegance and celebration as the 6th edition of the Sportsville Special Recognition Awards unfolds in Lagos. Scheduled for Friday at 6pm at the prestigious Lagos Country Club, this event promises to gather the elite of Nigerian sports for a memorable night of honors and camaraderie.
Distinguished Guests and Honorees
Leading the occasion as Chairman is Dr. Larry Izamoje, the esteemed founder of Brila Media Group, whose presence underscores the significance of this gathering. Among the notable attendees already in Lagos are former Sports Minister, Hon. Sunday Dare, now serving as Special Adviser to the President, along with other distinguished personalities such as Dr. Danladi Bako (OON), Dr. Amos Adamu, and Chief Segun Odegbami (MON).
The guest list extends to include Dr. Godwin Ehigiamusoe, Managing Director of LAPO, and Hon. Bukola Olopade, Director General of the National Sports Commission, who is leading a delegation of NSC officials. Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau, President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), is also expected to grace the event, highlighting its importance in the sports community.
Broad Spectrum of Sports Personalities
Further enriching the occasion are figures like Coach Fanny Amun, NOC scribe Tunde Popoola, and Olympians Prince Henry Amike and Olumide Oyedeji. The event will also welcome former Coca-Cola Nigeria Marketing Director, Idoreyin Enang; HOTSPOT Group President, Taye Ige; Mitchel Obi of MasterSports International; and Lagos Women Run initiator, Tayo Popoola.
Other esteemed guests include SuperSport General Manager, Chief Felix Awogu; Charles Anazodo; Dr. Kweku Tandoh; Efiong Nyong; Lagos All Stars President, Mojeed Adegbindin; and Ayodeji Omotoyinbo. Former international athletes such as Waidi Akanni, Friday Elaho, Wasiu Ipaye, Loveday Omoniyi, and Sarah Igunbor are also among those anticipated to attend, adding to the star-studded atmosphere.
Organizers' Vision and Preparations
In a statement ahead of the ceremony, Frank Ilaboya, Chief Executive Officer of Sportsville Communication Services Limited, expressed enthusiasm for the event. He noted that the annual Sportsville Awards has evolved into a premier gathering of Nigeria's sports elite, and this year's edition aims to uphold that tradition of excellence.
"The awards committee, led by Harry Iwuala, and our organizers have meticulously fine-tuned all preparations," Ilaboya said. "As we mark our 6th edition, we are leveraging past experiences to deliver a ceremony that meets international standards. We trust in divine guidance to ensure a successful and memorable night."
Ilaboya further emphasized his confidence that the high caliber of attendees will make this event another landmark celebration of Nigerian sports achievements, reinforcing the awards' role in recognizing and inspiring athletic excellence across the nation.
