Chelsea FC defender Tosin Adarabioyo paid a courtesy visit to Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Tuesday as part of his homecoming tour to Nigeria.
The visit came on the eve of a youth football tournament being held in his honour at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos.
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Adarabioyo, who recently joined Chelsea and helped the team lift the FIFA Club World Cup in the United States with a dominant 3-0 win over Paris Saint-Germain in the final, is currently in the country reconnecting with his roots and giving back to the Nigerian football community.
A Champion’s Homecoming
Born in England to Nigerian parents, Tosin Adarabioyo has always maintained a strong connection to Nigeria. His current trip forms part of an effort to inspire young athletes and contribute to the development of grassroots football in the country.
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During his visit to the Lagos State Government House, the centre-back was warmly received by Governor Sanwo-Olu, who commended the player’s humility, talent, and continued engagement with his heritage.
“Tosin Adarabioyo, who plays for Chelsea, stopped by to visit while he’s in Nigeria,” the governor shared on Instagram.
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“It’s always inspiring to meet young Nigerians making their mark internationally, who remain grounded and stay connected to home.”
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The youth tournament at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena on Wednesday will bring together budding talents from across the state, offering them a platform to showcase their skills and dream bigger.
The event is not only a tribute to Adarabioyo’s rising profile in world football but also a deliberate move to use sport as a tool for youth empowerment in Lagos.
