NAFA to Host NFL U13 Flag Football Tournament in Lagos

The Nigeria American Football Association (NAFA) announced plans to host an NFL flag U13 tournament as part of its efforts to promote flag football and strengthen school sports development in Nigeria. The tournament is scheduled for Thursday, April 2, 2026, at Mobolaji Johnson Arena located in Victoria Island, Lagos State.

This competition aims to create structured opportunities for young student-athletes to participate in organized sports, fostering a sustainable pathway for the growth of flag football at the grassroots school level. NAFA emphasized that the event will deliver support from the Nigeria Federation of American Football, marking a new era of leadership and collaboration in sports development in Nigeria.

The association highlighted the importance of strategic partnerships, including those with the Nigeria School Sport Federation and the Lagos State Sport Commission, to expand school sports and create opportunities for youth participation. The tournament is seen as a significant step towards building awareness and participation in flag football across Nigeria.