Let Her Play Project Crowns 30 Future Football Stars
The Let Her Play Project culminated in Ajegunle, Lagos, with 150 young girls showcasing their football skills and 30 selected for the Ajegunle Angels squad, promoting gender equality in sports.
Category : Youth Sports
Ajegunle U-14 League: Four Teams Qualify for Super 4 Playoff
Fortune FA, Strong Dove FA, Pure Talents FA, and Ajegunle United SC have secured their spots in the Super Four playoff of the Nathaniel Idowu-Ajegunle U-14 Football League after 11 thrilling weeks of grassroots football action.
Apathy, Funding Gaps Hinder Grassroots Sports in Nigeria
Local councils in Nigeria, crucial for grassroots sports development, are failing due to official apathy and inadequate funding. Despite their potential to nurture talent, many lack facilities and programs, with examples from Lagos and Abia highlighting s
Red House Wins Executive Care & Learning Centre Inter-House Sports
Red House emerged as the overall champion at the Executive Care & Learning Centre's second annual inter-house sports meet, held at the 407 ESD Field in Ikeja, Lagos. The event featured fierce competition among four houses, with students, parents, and invi
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Nigeria's Youth Handball Teams Arrive in Lome for IHF Trophy
Nigeria's U-18 and U-20 boys' handball teams have arrived in Lome, Togo, for the 2026 IHF Trophy Africa Zone 3 Tournament, scheduled from April 7 to 11. The teams underwent intensive preparation and are set to compete in group stages for a chance to advan
Explosive Showdowns in Ajegunle U-14 League Week 10
Week 10 of the Nathaniel Idowu-Ajegunle U-14 Football League promises high-stakes drama with four crucial fixtures set to shake up the standings. Key matches include league leaders Fortune FA facing third-placed Pure Talents in a title race showdown.
NAFA Hosts U-13 Flag Football Tournament in Lagos for Youth Sports
The Nigeria American Football Association (NAFA) will host a national Under-13 flag football tournament in Lagos on April 2, 2026, aiming to strengthen grassroots sports development and increase school-based athletic participation across Nigeria.
Strong Dove, Ajegunle United Edge Closer to Super Four Playoff
In Week Nine of the Nathaniel Idowu-Ajegunle U-14 Football League, Strong Dove Academy dominated with a 5-0 win, while Ajegunle United secured a 2-0 victory, tightening the race for Super Four spots.
Sports Group Launches Program to Groom Young Nigerian Athletes
Q & N Sports Development has launched the Waves of Champions Football Tournament 2026, a grassroots initiative training secondary school students in sports to address Nigeria's limited international representation in athletics.
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Group Commits to Grooming Young Nigerian Athletes
Q & N Sports Development launches a grassroots programme to train secondary school students in sports like track and field, aiming to boost Nigeria's international representation and reduce youth idleness.
CBN Junior Tennis Championships Semifinals Set After Round-Robin
Top junior players have emerged from the round-robin stage of the 2026 CBN Junior Tennis Championships, setting up thrilling semifinal clashes across multiple age categories including Boys' 16s, Girls' 12s, and standout performer Barakat Ganiyu competing
Lagos LOC Formed for 2026 National Intermediate Games
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has approved the Local Organising Committee for the inaugural National Intermediate Games in Lagos 2026, led by Egube, Ogunlende, and Fatodu, aiming to bridge youth sports development.
Grange School Wins TASG Season 3 Title in Lagos
Grange School emerged as the overall champion at The Athletics School Games Season 3, held at Yabatech Sports Complex in Lagos. ISL's Ehuwa Obanla set a new high jump record of 1.95m, highlighting the competitive event.
Fortune, Ajegunle Shine in U-14 League Week Eight
Ajegunle United and Fortune Football Academy secured impressive victories in the Nathaniel Idowu-Ajegunle U-14 Football League, with standout performances from players like James Solomon and Odeshola Odunayo.
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Lagos Students Chase Stardom at Third TASG Athletics Meet
Over 20 Lagos schools gather at Yaba Tech Sports Complex for the third edition of The Athletics School Games, featuring sprints, middle-distance races, and field events for students aged 4-16, with enhanced officiating and new categories.
Lagos 2026 Aquatics Trials to Scout Young Swimming Talents
Lagos State Sports Commission will hold its annual swimming trials on March 22, 2026, at Rowe Park Sports Complex, Yaba, aiming to identify athletes under 16 for national and international competitions.
Bright Future Upsets Ajegunle United in U-14 League Derby
Bright Future Football Academy secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Ajegunle United in the Nathaniel Idowu U-14 League, shaking up the standings. Meanwhile, Fortune Academy dominated with a 4-0 win, highlighting intense competition for top-four spots.
South-East Wins Historic Double at NCF PwC U-17 Cricket Championship
The South-East region stunned cricket fans by winning both boys' and girls' titles at the seventh NCF PwC U-17 Cricket Championship in Abuja, with dramatic matches and standout individual performances.
Abbi Grammar School Wins Ndokwa Interschools Football
Abbi Grammar School clinches the Ndokwa Interschools Football title after a thrilling penalty shootout. Discover how the tournament is shaping youth talent and future stars in Delta State.
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Ebonyi Football Prize Increased to N50 Million
Senator Onyekachi Nwebonyi raises tournament prize money fivefold to N50m, aiming to motivate youth and discover talent in Ebonyi State. Read more.
Ex-Super Eagles Stars Scout Talent at Ekiti Football Final
Former Super Eagles stars Mutiu Adepoju and Victor Agali attended a grassroots football final in Ekiti, identifying young talents for mentoring. The event, organized by the Mayegun Ademola Adetifa Foundation, awarded cash prizes to winning teams.
Cleric Donates ₦2m for Ekiti Grassroots Sports
Prophet Sam Olu-Alo has donated ₦2 million to support youth sports in Ekiti State through a school football competition. The initiative aims to nurture talent and reduce crime.
1000 Football Boots Distributed to Young Nigerian Players
CitySports Africa launched its 1000 Boots Project in Lagos, distributing Adidas boots to young footballers. Ex-Super Eagle Ogenyi Onazi urged discipline. Read more.
New Champions Emerge at Cohesion Football Tournament 2025
Right to Smile FA, O&A Sports Academy, and Wazbak Queens clinched titles at the 7th Cohesion Football Tournament in Lagos. Discover the winners, cash prizes, and event highlights.
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Olarioye wins 3 golds, ends Nigeria's African Youth Games campaign
Florence Oluwadamilare Olarioye dominated the 58kg weightlifting event at the African Youth Games, winning three gold medals for Nigeria. The NSC praised the team's exemplary performance. Read more.
Abiodun Seeks Collaboration for Sports Development in Ogun
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun urges private sector collaboration for youth sports development at Bosun Tijani Foundation basketball tournament. Read more.
SuperBall Youth League Finale Set for Lagos Stadium
The RiseVest SuperBall Youth League finale returns to Lagos National Stadium on Dec 18-19, 2025. Expect futsal, basketball, volleyball, music & festive fun. Join the celebration of youth talent!
1000 Boots Project Launched to Empower Young Footballers
CitySports Foundation launches the 1000 Boots Project in Lagos, providing boots, training & opportunities to underserved youth. Event set for Dec 23 at National Stadium.
Schools Use Football Tournaments for Youth Development
Nigerian schools are embracing grassroots football tournaments to foster discipline, teamwork and talent discovery among students. The Alabi Oyo Tournament in Lagos shows growing interest in holistic education beyond academics.
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Atlantic Hall wins ALTECS U-17 school football tourney
Atlantic Hall defeated British International School Lagos 1-0 to clinch the 2025 ALTECS U-17 Secondary School Football Competition, a platform merging education and sports for Nigerian youth.
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