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Mikel Obi Set To Sponsor Nigerian Youths In Sports Through Talent Hunt Programme

June 2, 2022
in Sports

Mikel Obi, former Super Eagles captain has announced sponsorship for talented young Nigerians in sports using his global connections, not just in football, but also in basketball and tennis.

Obi, who says he is keen to create a pathway for the youths to succeed through sports, recall that he started out as an academy player in Jos, Plateau State and rose to the highest level, leading Nigeria to both the World Cup and Olympic Games.

Mikel Obi
Mikel Obi

The 35-year-old former Chelsea midfielder, who is one of only three Nigerians to have won the prestigious UEFA Champions League trophy, says he is ready to use his new Back2Base programme to uplift hundreds of other young talented Nigerians.

The maiden Back2Base programme is scheduled to hold on the University of Lagos, Sports Centre, Yaba from June 9 to 11.

“Opportunities don’t happen, you create them. Someone created an opportunity for me and it’s been a dream of mine to do the same for young, talented Nigerian athletes,” Mikel said.

“I would like to announce the first edition of my Back2Base programme, which will give aspiring professional athletes the opportunity to showcase their talents in sports like football, basketball and tennis.”

He added, “A monetary price will be awarded to the most promising athletes across the three sports. They will also be hosted to an exclusive dinner with me where a mentorship session will be held.”

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