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Lagos To Host S’ West Games 2025 As NSC Endorses Tourney

The South West Games 2025, a groundbreaking sports event, is set to debut in March, hosted by the National Sports Commission (NSC) in partnership with Practagali Limited.

A highlight of the Games is the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Southwest Alliance Games (BAT-SWAG), which aims to discover and nurture young talents across the six Southwestern states: Ekiti, Lagos, Osun, Ondo, Ogun, and Oyo.

The Director General of the NSC, Bukola Olawale Olopade, described the Games as a powerful tool for talent discovery, leadership development, and community growth.

“The South West Games 2025 and the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Southwest Alliance Games are not mere contests of athletic prowess; they are platforms for youth engagement, talent discovery, and community unity.

The NSC recognizes the immense potential of this initiative to elevate sports development and nation-building.” He added that the NSC would provide technical support and guidance to ensure the tournament meets global standards.

Lagos, known for its rich sports history and world-class facilities, will host the first edition. The state’s Sports Commission Director General, Lekan Fatodu, expressed confidence in delivering a memorable event, emphasizing Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s dedication to sports development.

“Hosting the inaugural Bola Ahmed Tinubu Southwest Alliance Games is a reaffirmation of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s unwavering commitment to sports development.

Lagos has consistently championed the cause of athletic excellence, making it the perfect launchpad for this historic initiative.”

On her part, Funmilola Adedipe, the Managing Director of Practagali Partners, the Games are designed to be more than just an exhibition of athletic prowess—they will be a blueprint for youth engagement, grassroots talent development, and the cultivation of a robust sporting culture within the region.

““The South West Games will not only provide a podium for young athletes to shine but will also catalyze the creation of a sustainable ecosystem where sports serve as a gateway to economic empowerment, education, and career advancement,” she said.

Echoing this sentiment, Victor Ganzallo, the Spokesman for the Games, described BAT-SWAG as a potent tool to channel the energies of youth into productive ventures, particularly in an era where social vices lurk as omnipresent threats.

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