The Young Entrepreneurs Summit Africa (YESA) in collaboration with the Zampoles Empowerment Foundation (ZEF) has concluded plans to host the 2nd Annual Football Tournament in support of the fight against drug abuse, crime, and HIV/AIDS in Nigeria.
The initiative, tagged the Sensitization Against Drug Abuse, Crime, and HIV/AIDS Tournament Cup (SADA), is aimed at using football as a powerful tool to raise awareness, educate young people, and promote a healthy and productive lifestyle.
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The event has received endorsement from key government agencies and international partners involved in the fight against drug abuse and HIV/AIDS.
These include the Federal Ministry of Sports Development, National Sports Commission, United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), and the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA).
According to Frank Nwike, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Lead Strategist of YESA Africa, the tournament represents “a creative and engaging approach to mobilize young Nigerians through sports while addressing social challenges that threaten national development.”