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The Organizers of the annual Taiwo Afolabi football tourney, has unveiled significant plan ahead of the 10th edition billed to kick-off today, February 14, 2024 at Ojo-Oniyun Sports Complex, Ebute Metta, Lagos.
This assertion was made by the organizers, Lagos State Grassroots Soccer Association alongside sponsor, Dr Taiwo Afolabi at a press briefing staged at Marriot Hotel, Ikeja.
Representing the sponsor, Deputy Director, Strategy and Operations, SIFAX Group, Oliver Omajuwa declared all hands are on deck to ensure the 10th edition ends with standing ovation.He however hinted great plans are in the offings for all participating teams which consists of 24 female and 32 male.
Speaking further on the tourney scheduled to end on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the Mobolaji Johnson Sports Arena, Onikan, Lagos, Omajuwa stated the competition will forever stands as one of company’s Cooperate Social Responsibility while declaring ex-international, foreign scouts and soccer administrator will be invited to cheer and motivate the players.
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In his words: “ On behalf of the management of SIFAX Group, I am pleased to welcome you to this press conference marking the 10th edition of the Taiwo Afolabi Football Tournament. This milestone reflects a decade of commitment, partnership and belief in the power of grassroots sports to transform lives.’
“ When we decided to sponsor this tournament ten years ago, our motivation was simple and deeply rooted. We believed that talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not. Across our communities, particularly at the grassroots level, there are young people with exceptional football abilities but limited access to platforms that can help them grow.
As an organisation that has grown from humble beginnings, SIFAX Group understands the value of opportunity, mentorship and long term investment in people. This tournament was conceived not merely as a competition, but as a platform for discovery, development and hope.’
