Four years ago, what started as a dream became a conversation. A vision to create the Nigeria France Sports Awards in Paris, a platform to celebrate excellence, unite communities, and build bridges through sports.
Along the way, I shared this dream with many people. Some became supporters, some became partners, some became family and some…. we fell apart. I will never forget the valuable input and encouragement from notable personalities - Netsai Kurangwah, Sola Aiyepeku, who was then the DG Lagos State Sports Commissioner, Biola Kazeem, Seun Ohai, Abiodun Odunuga and others.
To my friends who stood by me during the difficult moments - Smith Layi, Titi Dele, Ola Lucas, Eng Femi Odunukàn, Japheth Omojuwa, Ayodeji (Baba Dudu) and so many others who believed enough to support not just with words, but even financially - thank you. Your faith in this vision kept it alive.
To the footballers, athletes, and sports stakeholders who embraced the project from day one, thank you for helping turn an idea into a movement.
Today, as we look back on this incredible journey, we are also looking ahead. This year marks the beginning of a new chapter. We are evolving from the Nigeria France Sports Awards into SOMETHING BIGGER, BOLDER, and even more IMPACTFUL.
Stay tuned. The next phase is coming, and it’s going to be special.