Draw for the sixth edition of Cohesion Football Tournament, the annual grassroots football competition across various Local Government Areas in Lagos and Ogun States, was conducted on Saturday, 30th November at E-Centre, Yaba, Lagos.
This year’s tournament which is set to feature 40 under-15 male teams and four female teams, will hold between Tuesday, December 17th and Wednesday, December 18th at the Union Bank Stable, Surulere, Lagos.
The Convener of the tournament, Damilare Obagbemi, shared his enthusiasm for this year’s edition during Saturday’s Draw Ceremony: “In a world where challenges often overshadow opportunities, we are committed to using the power of football to transform lives. Our tournament is more than a competition, it is a catalyst for change, inspiring the next generation to dream big, stay disciplined, and embraces the values that will shape a brighter tomorrow. As we kick off another edition, let us remember that every game is a step towards nurturing champions both on the field and in life.”
The event was graced by community coaches of the various teams participating at this year’s tournament alongside the brand partners and sponsors.
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=Since its inception in December 2019 with participation from only 12 teams in Mushin and Surulere, the tournament has grown steadily, thanks to the support of dedicated partners.
This year’s tournament is headlined by Viva Detergent and also supported by Firewood Jollof Rice, DiosDelite and Maltina. The media partners are SuperSport, Nigeria Info FM, Kids FM, Branama and kymokr8tiv. Every year, these partnerships are instrumental in sustaining the tournament’s impact and reach across Lagos and Ogun state.