Momentum is built up in Ekiti State as the grand finale of the Prof. Akin Oyebode Cup 2025 is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium, with organisers calling on sports lovers and stakeholders to turn out in large numbers.
Sponsor of the competition, Akintunde Oyebode, extended an open invitation to football enthusiasts, coaches, scouts, and the general public across the state and beyond, describing the tournament as a celebration of emerging talent and grassroots development.
Over the course of the competition, teams from various local government areas have showcased impressive performances, with the tournament gaining recognition for discovering and nurturing young football prospects.
Oyebode also used the opportunity to commend Biodun Oyebanji for what he described as consistent leadership and unwavering support for youth-focused initiatives, particularly in sports development.
The final matches promise intense action, with Irepodun/Ifelodun set to face Oye Local Football Council in the boys’ category, while Oye LFC will battle Ado LFC in the girls’ final.
Organisers say beyond the competition, the Prof. Akin Oyebode Cup has evolved into a platform for empowerment, offering young athletes from less privileged backgrounds access to scholarships, cash rewards, and career opportunities in professional football.
Participants also stand a chance to secure trials with clubs such as Gaiters FC and Beyond Limits FA, among others, further boosting their chances of advancing in the sport.
As anticipation peaks, all eyes are now on Ado-Ekiti, where fans are expected to witness a fitting conclusion to a tournament that has combined competition with opportunity, and talent with purpose.
