The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has extended its School Football Development Initiative to Lagos, Nigeria, with Epe Grammar School announced as the latest beneficiary on Monday.
This continental program is designed to foster football development at the youth level by equipping students with the essential resources needed to pursue the sport.
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The Lagos State Football Association (LSFA) was instrumental in the selection process, identifying Epe Grammar School for inclusion in the initiative. LSFA Assistant Secretary Kayode Okuneye and Epe DFA Chairman Mr. Adekoya were praised for their efforts in ensuring the program’s successful implementation.
Mr. Ajayi Sulaiman, the Principal of Epe Grammar School, conveyed his deep appreciation to both CAF and the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) for selecting his institution. He emphasized the critical role such programs play in nurturing football talent among young students.
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“We are grateful to the Lagos State Football Association Chairman, Hajji Gafar, for deeming Epe Grammar School worthy of this opportunity,” the principal stated, noting the excitement among both staff and students to utilize the new resources.
The initiative is a key component of CAF’s broader strategy to advance football across Africa. The NFF is actively coordinating the rollout in Nigeria, with selected schools in all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory set to benefit.
Epe Grammar School boasts a distinguished list of alumni, including Hon. Wale Raji, a current member of the House of Representatives for the Epe Federal Constituency; Rt. Hon. Adeyemi Ikuforiji, former Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly; and Barrister Tunde Doherty.
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The program is expected to significantly impact youth football in Nigeria, creating pathways for students to hone their skills and potentially emerge as future stars of the game. This recognition also enhances the school’s reputation as a center for athletic development.
The event highlighted the effective collaboration between CAF, the NFF, and the LSFA in their shared mission to promote football from the ground up, serving as an inspiration for other schools and communities to invest in youth sports.
