Abeokuta set to host 3rd African U-18/U-20 Athletics Championships
With just three weeks to go, preparations are in full swing for the 3rd African U-18/U-20 Athletics Championships, scheduled to take place from July 16 to 20, 2025, in Abeokuta, Ogun State.
As anticipation builds, key corporate players such as the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Bank of Industry (BOI), and LEDCO Limited have partnered with the National Sports Commission (NSC) to support the successful hosting of the event.
These collaborations reflect growing investor confidence in Nigeria’s emerging sports economy.
The Federal Government is opening the sports sector to private investment and encouraging innovation through public-private partnerships to unlock its economic potential.
“This is not just a competition; it’s a strategic platform,” said NSC Director General and Chairman of the Main Organizing Committee, Hon. Bukola Olopade. “We are building a future where sports drive growth, create jobs, and attract global attention.”
Over 50 African countries are expected to participate in the five-day tournament, with contingents arriving as early as July 12.
The 2025 African U-18/U-20 Athletics Championships will not only showcase athletic excellence but also celebrate youth development, visionary leadership, and Nigeria’s rising profile as a destination for international sporting events.
