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  Lagos Football Summer Camp 2025: Akinsaya Foot-Soldiers’ Coordinator Applauds Program Initiator The Coordinator of the Akinsaya Foot-Soldiers in Igando-Ikotun LCDA, Comrade Raimi Olasunkanmi (ROLAG), has showered encomium on the organisers of the just-concluded Lagos Football Summer Camp 2025, held at the vibrant Inspire Sports Arena, Cappa, Oshodi. Speaking with journalists on Friday at the closing day of the camping exercise, Comrade Olasunkanmi described the two-week football fiesta as a laudable initiative and a bold step in the right direction toward uplifting grassroots sports, particularly football. He revealed that he personally attended most of the sessions and observed the rigorous yet transparent screening exercises that grouped participants into U-13, U-15, and U-17 categories. According to him, every child gained valuable lessons, skills, and exposure that would shape their journey toward a successful career in football and beyond. Highlighting the active involvement...

Lagos Legends Light Up Lagos Grassroots Summer Camp with Inspiring Coaching Clinic The Lagos Legend Club, under the dynamic leadership of Chairman Waheed Akanni, brought a wave of excitement to the Lagos Grassroots Summer Football Camp as they hosted an intensive coaching clinic for eager participants and a few additional invitees who joined through an online call. In a show of commitment to grassroots development, the former football icons donated branded jerseys to support the initiative championed by the Senior Special Assistant to the Lagos State Governor on Grassroots Sports Development, Bamji Atewogboye. Led by ex-international Monday Kanu, the Legends split the young footballers into groups, guiding them through fundamental drills, tactical lessons, and motivational talks designed to mold them into future superstars. The club pledged to make the clinic a quarterly program, ensuring continuous support in shaping tomorrow’s football heroes. The Legends applauded the vision of the ...

  Interactive Town Hall: Hon. Musibau Strengthens Trust with Jobs, Welfare, and Dialogue  * _Apapa Constituency 02: Hon. Musibau Aina Lawal Empowers Residents with Jobs, Lashma Insurance, and Business Support_*  It was a day of joy, gratitude, and community bonding as Hon. Musibau Aina Lawal, Member of the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Apapa Constituency 02, hosted his annual constituency stakeholders’ town hall meeting. The gathering was not just about speeches—it became a lively and interactive session where residents openly engaged their representative, applauded his interventions, and shared their personal testimonies of empowerment. Real Impacts, Real Stories ✅ Business Support: 50 petty traders received cash assistance to strengthen their businesses. ✅ Health Insurance: 300 indigent residents were enrolled under LASHMA, giving them access to quality healthcare. ✅ Employment Opportunities: More than 100 constituents have secured jobs in various governmen...

 *1XCUP 2025: Qualification Still Wide Open as Final Group Matches Beckon*  The thrills of 1XCUP 2025 continued this week with tension, excitement, and flashes of brilliance as teams battled fiercely to secure maximum points and keep their quarter-final dreams alive. The day’s opening fixture was a Group B showdown between G. Innovation FC and ECAS FC, a tightly contested encounter decided by a single goal in favour of G. Innovation. The hard-earned victory lifts G. Innovation to five points from four games, while ECAS remains on three points. With Ikorodu City already sealing the top spot in the group with eight points, the battle for second place is wide open. G. Innovation’s fate now hangs in the balance, while the clash between Emaljus FC and Young Strikers FC next week promises to be a make-or-break affair. A draw could doom both sides, while a win for either will send shockwaves through the group standings. In Group C, Utility Sports FC and ISAGT Athletics produced an en...

  Drama at Inspire Arena: Dosu Joseph Stun, Collins Edwin Hold Firm, Inspire Sports Beaten Reported by DD Media Insight  The second and third match of of the day ( Tuesday) at the ongoing 1XCUP 2025 lived up to its billing at the Inspire Sports Arena, treating fans to a spectacle of goals, drama, and surprises. In the opening clash of the day, Dosu Joseph FC bounced back in style, recording a convincing 3–0 victory over Soccer Cardinals FC, sealing their first win of the tournament in emphatic fashion. The shock of the day came in the second fixture as Vinmo Energy stunned the home side, Inspire Sports Academy, in a thrilling contest that ended 2–1. Despite the huge home support, Inspire Academy failed to capitalize on their chances, leaving the visitors to celebrate a famous win. Elsewhere, Collins Edwin FC struck twice in the first half,and another one in second half to make it three goals racing to a commanding lead against Natt Boys. Although Natt Boys pulled two back in t...

 * Future Stars Groomed at Digital Bridge Institute Pitch as Summer Camp Blends Skills with Values*  The ongoing Lagos Grassroots Summer Football Camp is proving to be more than just a platform for sharpening football skills—it is also instilling discipline, moral values, and the right attitude needed to build a lasting career in the game. On Day Five of the camp, held at the Digital Bridge Institute, Nitel Pitch, Cappa, participants were grouped and taken through inspiring pep talks on technical skills, career growth, and character development. The atmosphere was charged with enthusiasm as the young talents eagerly absorbed guidance from the technical crew. Every participant was applauded and encouraged, while the coaches continued the careful process of pruning, grooming, and fishing out exceptional prospects who may soon light up the football stage. Stay tuned as we continue to bring you exclusive updates from the camp. DD MEDIA INSIGHT

  1xCup 2025 NEWS UPDATE  28th August, 2025   Thrills and Tension as Nath Boys, Emaljus Shine in 1xCup Weekend Showdown Football fans were treated to a spectacular weekend of action at the Inspire Sports Arena, Cappa–Oshodi, as the last round of matches for the week produced thrilling goal feast and dramatic twists. In the opening clash, Nath Boys FC outclassed Community Gunners, sealing a convincing 4–2 victory in front of a roaring crowd. The second fixture saw Emaljus FC dominate ECAS FC, cruising to a 2–0 triumph. The encounter, however, was marred by chaos, as ECAS had three players sent off for unsportsmanlike conduct, leaving their campaign hanging by a thread. Drama unfolded before the third game, as Emiloju FC was sensationally disqualified by the organizers for violating competition rules, handing ISAG Athletics Club a walkover With the race to the quarter-finals heating up, more action-packed fixtures will resume on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday next week. F...