American Cola transforms Ilupeju basketball court into creative space
Planet Bottling Company, makers of American Cola, have revamped the well-known Ilupeju basketball court in Lagos, unveiling it as the American Cola Creative Court. The project was done in partnership with the Odi-Olowo Ojuwoye Local Council Development Area. Naji Awada, Marketing Manager, said the initiative focuses on developing grassroots basketball and supporting young talents. The court is now a multi-purpose space aimed at promoting sports, urban culture, and youth expression.
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- The renovated court is designed to bring communities together and nurture basketball talent, according to Naji Awada.
- Franklyn Eluagu stated that the company is working to improve basketball facilities across Lagos.
- American Cola presented jerseys to male and female basketball teams of the Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye Local Council Development Area.
- The unveiling coincided with the second edition of the American Cola Shoot the Hoop and Half Court tournaments, featuring 24 teams in each.
- Winners of the tournaments will share a ₦5m prize pool, with specific prizes for top teams in both competitions.
