Sixteen teams to compete in The9jaboy grassroots football event
A 16-team grassroots football tournament organised by The9jaboy is set to kick off in Lagos. The initiative, led by travel creator McDolly Ogundana, aims to discover young football talents and promote youth development. The competition will bring together football lovers, community leaders, and residents, especially from Ebute Metta, Lagos. The organisers highlight that the event is part of broader efforts to empower young people and provide platforms for emerging talents.
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- The tournament is scheduled to hold between Wednesday, May 13 and Sunday, May 17, 2026.
- The9jaboy, known for travel content, is organising the event to support grassroots football and youth engagement.
- The competition will feature 16 teams and is expected to attract football enthusiasts from different parts of Lagos.
- The organisers have also announced other major projects for 2026, including a West African expedition and a Greenland documentary.
- The tournament was introduced last year in Lagos and drew participants and supporters from across Nigeria.
