Lagos State Deputy Governor Dr. Obafemi Hamzat received by the Director General Lagos State Sports Commission, Hon. Lekan Fatodu, Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Barr. Toke Benson and Commissioner for Commerce, Trade and Investment, Mrs. Folashade Ambrose-Medebem at the official opening of Adidas flagship store in Nigeria, in Lekki, Lagos, @lf_champ
#InspiringSportsBusiness #LagosForSportsInvestment
When the captian of Nigeria National Football Team (Super Eagles) showed up and showed up well.
Troost Ekong, the captain of Super Eagles rallied all for a greater goal - to impact life and support the needy through sports.
Platform - Troost Ekong Foundation
Mission - Advancing social impact through provisions to orphanages and improvement of sports infrastructure aimed at impacting education and empowerment.
Place - Lagos
First call - Meeting with Mr. Governor
Action - Charity Match at Mobolaji Johnson Arena "Onikan Stadium"
Executors - His teammates like Oshimen, Ididi, Ighalo including former super eagles stars like Obafemi Martins and Yobo along side celebrities like Ay, Ebuka
Host - Lagos State Sports Commission (the finest project managers in the country )
#ImpactingLives #PowerOfSports #LagosSports
I'm honoured and Grateful....
I was deeply touched by the outpouring of love shown by the entire staff members of the Lagos State Sports Commission in celebration of my birthday today in the office because I wasn't in the office on the actual birth date - 16th of June.
From the SSAs to the Governor in the Sports Commission, the Heads and directors in various Directorates to sports officers across grade levels and other members of staff of the commission, I say a big thank you for your priceless gifts of love and prayers.
I'm truly honoured and grateful. May God continue to honour and bless you all!
Many thanks and best wishes. Greater Lagos State Sports Commission, I pray! 🙏
#GratefulSoul #SonOfTheMostHigh #Champ #GreaterLagosSportsCommission
ABUJA : The National Sports Commission held the inaugural meeting of the Main Organising Committee (MOC) for the First Intermediate Games to be hosted in Lagos.
The MOC meeting, which was held in Abuja was chaired by Hon. Bukola Olopade, the Director General of the National Sports Commission who is also the Chairman of the MOC, where he provided profound insights on the plans and guidelines for successful hosting of the First Intermediate Games by Lagos State.
The Director General of the Lagos State Sports Commission and Vice Chairman of the MOC, Hon. Lekan Fatodu @lf_champ informed the committee on the level of preparation of Lagos State in hosting the national sporting event and also reiterated the commitment of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu in employing sports as a potent means of creating a pathway to self discovery, growth and greater opportunities for youths in Lagos, and beyond.
The meeting was attended by the SSA to the President on Grassroots Sports, Mr. Adeyinka Adeboye, Director of Sports Development, Lagos State Sports Commission, Mr. Ninayon Travih, Director of Sports Facility, Lagos State Sports Commission, Mr. Deji Aladegbemi, and other senior members of the MOC.
#SportsNationalGrowth #SportsForYouthsAdvancement
The Rebirth: Redefining Lagos Sports Through Vision, Passion, Partnership, People and Action.
“It’s indeed a new dawn in Lagos Sports. From school sports programmes, grassroots sporting activities to elite sports competitions and sports-entertainment events attracting notable showbiz personalities and reputable leaders across sectors, Lagos is fast paced to regain its place as the powerhouse of sports across the country and the continent”, Director General, Lagos State Sports Commission, Hon. Lekan Fatodu
*The Rebirth: Redefining Lagos Sports Through Vision, Passion, Partnership, People and Action.*
“It’s indeed a new dawn in Lagos Sports. From school sports programmes, grassroots sporting activities to elite sports competitions and sports-entertainment events attracting notable showbiz personalities and reputable leaders across sectors, Lagos is fast paced to regain its place as the powerhouse of sports across the country and the continent”, Director General, Lagos State Sports Commission, Hon. Lekan Fatodu @lf_champ
LAGOS SPORTS COMMISSION, JJ OMOJUWA FOUNDATION PARTNER ON GRASSROOTS ATHLETE EMPOWERMENT
Access to the right resources often determines whether talent survives or fades. Lagos is moving to close that gap, aligning public policy with public-private partnership initiatives that provide young football talents from disadvantaged backgrounds a real chance to compete and grow.
That intent was formalised at a meeting held between Mr Lekan Fatodu, Director General of the Lagos State Sports Commission, and the founder of JJ Omojuwa Foundation, Mr Japheth Omojuwa. At the meeting, Mr Omojuwa pledged financial support to the Lace Up A Dream Initiative, led by Nabina Fash, who was also in attendance, to distribute free eco-friendly football boots to identified talents within LSSC’s grassroots programmes.
The collaboration sets in motion a structured intervention that links talent identification with direct support, addressing one of the most immediate barriers facing young athletes.
Director General of LSSC, @lf_champ Lekan Fatodu, framed the collaboration as part of a deliberate effort to strengthen the talent pipeline across the state. “We are building a system where talent is identified early, supported with the right resources, and guided through a structured pathway. Support like this helps us reach communities more effectively and ensures that promising athletes are not excluded due to economic limitations. Our focus is to create continuity from grassroots discovery to elite performance,” Fatodu said.
#AdvancingLagosSports #PartnershipForExcellence #LagosSports
LAGOS SPORTS COMMISSION, JJ OMOJUWA FOUNDATION PARTNER ON GRASSROOTS ATHLETE EMPOWERMENT
Access to the right resources often determines whether talent survives or fades. Lagos is moving to close that gap, aligning public policy with public-private partnership initiatives that provide young football talents from disadvantaged backgrounds a real chance to compete and grow.
That intent was formalised at a meeting held between Mr Lekan Fatodu, Director General of the Lagos State Sports Commission, and the founder of JJ Omojuwa Foundation, Mr Japheth Omojuwa. At the meeting, Mr Omojuwa pledged financial support to the Lace Up A Dream Initiative, led by Nabina Fash, who was also in attendance, to distribute free eco-friendly football boots to identified talents within LSSC’s grassroots programmes.
The collaboration sets in motion a structured intervention that links talent identification with direct support, addressing one of the most immediate barriers facing young athletes.
Director General of LSSC, @lf_champ Lekan Fatodu, framed the collaboration as part of a deliberate effort to strengthen the talent pipeline across the state. “We are building a system where talent is identified early, supported with the right resources, and guided through a structured pathway. Support like this helps us reach communities more effectively and ensures that promising athletes are not excluded due to economic limitations. Our focus is to create continuity from grassroots discovery to elite performance,” Fatodu said.
#AdvancingLagosSports #PartnershipForExcellence #LagosSports #LagosGist
Leader of the Senate.
Big congratulations on another potentially great national assignment, sir. Our leader, our Egbon and our worthy mentor. More wins to Senator Opeyemi Bamidele.
#PeopleAndPlaces #WinningWays #Politics
The Energy. The Tension. The Passion. The Spectacle. 🥊🔥
“Chaos in the Ring” ticked it all as leading boxing promoters and showbiz entity, Balmoral Promotions delivered yet another captivating and thrilling sporting event, supported by the Lagos State Sports Commission
#LagosSports #SportingExcellence #SportsEntertainment
A strategic leap for grassroots football in Lagos
The Lagos State Sports Commission partners with Abbey Rangers FC to unlock new pathways for young talents across the state. From talent identification and coaching development to sports science, education, and infrastructure this collaboration is built for long-term impact.
With a statewide scouting programme, technical training, and scholarship opportunities on the horizon, the future of football in Lagos is being intentionally shaped.
I emphasizes, education remains at the heart of this vision building not just athletes, but well-rounded individuals.
This isn’t just a partnership. It’s a legacy in motion.
#LagosSports #GrassrootsDevelopment #FootballForTheFuture #YouthDevelopment #SportsInnovation LSSC AbbeyRangersFC LagosRising
The Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC) has sealed a landmark partnership with a UK football club aimed at boosting grassroots football development and nurturing young talents in Lagos State.
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