Ondo State Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa has launched the O'DATIWA U-17 Football Competition at the Akure Sports Stadium, signalling renewed support for grassroots sports development and youth inclusion in economic growth. The statewide initia… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader Ondo MSME sports drive targets youth empowerment By Abimbola Akomolafe on October 28, 2025 Ondo State Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa has launched the O'DATIWA U-17 Football Competition at the Akure Sports Stadium, signalling renewed support for grassroots sports development and youth inclusion in economic growth. The statewide initiative, themed "Catching Them Young for a Greater Future in Sports," seeks to discover and develop young football talents across all 18 local government areas, creating pathways for skill-based empowerment and enterprise opportunities. Read also, Ondo MSME sports drive targets youth empowerment Nigeria MSME tourism drive gains global spotlight WAPA partners Dangote to empower women MSME growth in Lagos FGN offers N260bn bonds to strengthen domestic financing Lagos launches free TVET programme to empower MSMEs Governor Aiyedatiwa noted that the competition represents more than sports—it embodies hope, opportunity, and the building of a productive future for the state's youth. He pledged sustained investment in talent development, education, and innovation, urging communities and private organisations to support youth-driven initiatives that strengthen the MSME ecosystem through sports and creativity.

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