LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – The second edition of the WAMUFAT/Nigeria School Sport Federation (NSSF) annual sports fiesta began on Tuesday, August 4 at the Agroterra Sports Complex in Jega Orile, Ogun State.
The five-day camp, which will end on August. 8, has attracted over 300 students aged between six and 16 from the South-West
The event is organised by WAMUFAT Youth Sports Development in partnership with the NSSF, with support from the management of the Agroterra Sports Complex.
Declaring the camp open, the traditional ruler of Owu Kingdom, His Royal Highness, Saka Matemilola, urged the participants to make the best use of the opportunity to develop their talents and improve their sporting skills.
He also called on governments at all levels to give greater attention to school sports, describing it as the foundation of every successful sporting nation.
Founder of WAMUFAT, Fatimo Mohamed, said the decision to sustain the initiative after its successful maiden edition in 2025 was driven by her passion for giving back to society and creating opportunities for young people.
“I am excited to return and give back to the community that shaped me. This camp has shown that we can produce educated champions, and we believe it is an initiative that will continue for many years.
“I sincerely appreciate everyone involved because this is not a one-person effort. Many people have worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make this vision a reality,” Mohamed said.
The President of the NSSF, Olabisi Joseph, described the partnership with WAMUFAT as a major boost for school sports in Nigeria.
She urged more well-meaning individuals and organisations to support grassroots sports development through similar initiatives.
“I am confident this year’s edition will build on the success of the maiden event. We believe the students will benefit greatly from the combination of sports and education, which is essential to developing the total child.
“At NSSF, we will continue to partner with organisations and individuals committed to advancing school sports,” Joseph stated.
Chairman of Agroterra Resort, Abdulrasheed Afonja, also reaffirmed the facility’s commitment to supporting programmes that promote sports and education.
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The participants will receive free coaching in athletics, football, chess, netball, golf, ayo and tennis, as well as mentorship and leadership development sessions.
The WAMUFAT programme will be rounded off with a Community Race Day and closing awards ceremony on Saturday, August 8.
(NAN)
