Brand Ambassador of Dettol Cool, household hygiene brand, Taiwo Awoniyi inspired football fans and youths at the brand’s pop-up events at football pitches in Lagos, showcasing grassroots talent and promoting community health and hygiene.
The three-event series kicked off on June 16, at a Lagos community, followed by matches at National Stadium, Surulere, on June 23, and African Church Field, Ogba, on June 27.
Each event featured intense competition, with local teams vying for N200,000.
Three teams came top; Crespo FC in Gbagada, Box2Box FC in Surulere, while Oriental Strikers FC in Ogba, all in Lagos.
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Awoniyi, presenting prizes to the winners said: “It is an honour to witness the talents. Initiatives as these are crucial in nurturing young talents and providing them with the platform to shine. As someone who started from similar beginnings, I understand importance of opportunities as these in shaping a football career. Dettol Cool’s commitment to promoting health and hygiene through sports is commendable, and I am proud to be associated with this initiative.”
Nonye Opara, senior Brand manager at Dettol, noted “by leveraging football, we created a platform showcasing local talent and reinforces wellbeing. This embodies Dettol Cool’s ethos of protection and freshness, integrating our brand values with passion and grassroots sports. As we witness the young athletes, we are reminded of our mission to empower Nigerians to lead healthier lives.”