Sanwo-Olu Launches Season 3 of MTN CHAMPS, Hails MTN for Empowering Youth Through Sports

Sanwo-Olu Launches Season 3 of MTN CHAMPS, Hails MTN for Empowering Youth Through Sports

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has officially kicked off the third season of MTN CHAMPS, praising the initiative for channeling youthful passion into purposeful engagement through athletics.

Speaking at the launch event held at the Yaba College of Technology Sports Complex, the governor represented by the Director General of the Lagos State Sports Commission, Mr. Lekan Fatodu emphasized the importance of the program in nurturing young talent and building a sustainable future for sports in Nigeria.

Sanwo-Olu described MTN CHAMPS as a powerful platform that aligns seamlessly with the state’s mission to create an inclusive, talent-oriented sports ecosystem.

He noted that Lagos State’s role as host for this edition is a strategic move, signaling a deeper investment in the development of Nigerian athletics and the pursuit of world-class sporting excellence.