The fifth edition of the Amuwo’ Games 2025 will kick off on November 1st 2025 across various venues within Amuwo Odofin Local Government Area of Lagos State.
This was disclosed on Wednesday at the press conference convened at the local government by the organizer’s of the games.
According to the organizer’s of the Amuwo’ Games 2025, various venues across Amuwo Odofin Local Government will stage different sports events during the games, which will commence with the torch parade and opening ceremony on Saturday, November 1. The games will climax with the closing ceremony on November 23.
Eight teams will compete in 16 sports, including athletics, basketball, chess, cycling, draughts, football, five-aside football, scrabble, swimming, table tennis, tennis, volleyball and marathon. Each team is expected to have at least 75 athletes.
Themed ‘Cancel Scam Culture’, the games will promote integrity, discipline, and accountability among the youths.
The mini sports festival targeted at discovering talents from the grassroots, aimed to foster unity while promoting healthy rivalry among residents of various communities in Amuwo-Odofin.
Speaking at the press conference, the Organiser, Seun Ayeni, explained that the initiative was created to encourage the youth to stay away from social vices, assuring that participants with outstanding performance will get opportunities to develop their skills and build professional careers. “The theme is a bold and timely message that, through football, we intend to promote values that are not just essential to the field but to the society. It is not just about competition but providing safe spaces for youths to thrive. Through our partners, we have been able to keep the registration free, as well as
Also present were organising team and committe, Chairman of Amuwo-Odofin LGA,Lanre Sanusi, representatives from the press and other stakeholders.
Also Speaking at the press conference heralding this year’s event, Executive Chairman, Amuwo Odofin Local Government, Prince Lanre Sanusi, noted that Amuwo’ Games serves as a platform where talent meets opportunity for growth through healthy competition.
With 16 sports lined up including athletics, basketball, cycling, scrabble, football, and volleyball the Amuwo’ Games 2025 promises to deliver thrilling moments and showcase emerging talents from every corner of the community.
As the countdown to November 1 begins, excitement is already building among residents who see the event not just as a competition, but as a celebration of community spirit and shared identity.
Amuwo-Odofin is ready and once again, the spotlight will shine on its young athletes, its unity, and its unshakable belief in the power of sports to change lives