The Organising Committee of the Prof. Akin Oyebode Cup (PAOC) has hailed the landmark European signing of one of its outstanding alumni, Oladimeji Abdulmuiz, describing it as a career defining move.
The highly rated 17-year-old midfielder from Beyond Limits FA, has completed a move to Swedish top-flight side IF Elfsborg. The youngster signed a long-term contract that will keep him at the club until the summer of 2029 and is expected to join his new teammates in Sweden in June.
The committee described the transfer as a historic breakthrough that validates years of deliberate investment in youth development, talent discovery and structured competition. According to the organisers, the achievement reflects the enduring vision of Hon. Akintunde Oyebode and his family to democratise opportunities and create credible pathways for gifted young footballers.
They were particularly effusive in their praise of the Ekiti State Commissioner for Finance, Hon. Akin Oyebode, commending his unwavering commitment to sustaining the initiative and expanding platforms that connect talented boys and girls to global opportunities.
While acknowledging the strong developmental foundation Abdulmuiz received at Beyond Limits FA, the organisers said his move to Europe represents a moment of immense pride and profound significance for everyone associated with the Prof. Akin Oyebode Cup. They noted that it stands as a powerful inspiration to aspiring footballers across Ekiti State and beyond.
The committee stressed that with the right vision, structure and commitment, every talented youngster on the streets can find a bridge to the world stage.
