Fashola Hails Lagos Vision for Sports, Highlights Global Career Opportunities for Youth
Former Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola, SAN, has underscored the vast global opportunities within the sports industry, commending the Lagos State Government for its forward-thinking approach to youth empowerment and sports development.
Fashola made these remarks at the 2025 International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) Africa Youth Cup, tagged the “BRF Cup”, held at the Molade-Okoya Thomas Indoor Sports Hall, Teslim Balogun Stadium, Surulere, Lagos.
In an electrifying atmosphere charged with youthful zeal and international camaraderie, the former governor expressed pride in Lagos’ role as a continental trailblazer in sports infrastructure and talent development.
“At a time when sports talent is becoming a global currency, we are not dealing with a hobby anymore. We are dealing with alternative professions and pathways for young people to build their careers and become global icons,” Fashola said.
He stressed that sports should no longer be seen merely as a recreational activity but as a powerful economic and social development tool capable of propelling young Nigerians into global relevance.
Fashola further lauded the Lagos State Government’s commitment to inclusivity and excellence in sports, highlighting its robust investment in youth engagement, infrastructure, and strategic partnerships as a model for other nations.
“Lagos Sports is certainly in good hands. I can feel the energy and passion to make things better,” he added.
