"Let Her Play Project Selects 30 Future Football Stars"

On April 11, 2026, the "Let Her Play" project reached its climax at the New Maracana Sport Complex in Ajegunle, Lagos State, after a 10-week training program. The initiative, supported by the Ajeromi Ifelodun Sport Council and Nathaniel Idowu, aimed to create a structured pathway for young girls in football.

During the final ceremony, 150 girls showcased their skills, with 30 selected to form the Ajegunle Angels team. The project emphasized the importance of female participation in sports, with speeches highlighting the joy and empowerment football brings to girls.

Participants, aged 9 to 15, underwent training three times weekly, focusing on technical skills and life lessons. The initiative also aimed to build a supportive ecosystem around girls in sports, linking it to health and education.

The Lagos State Football Association provided technical oversight, reinforcing commitments to grassroots development. The project coordinator, Yemi Idowu, expressed a vision of long-term growth for female football in Nigeria.