Lagos APC Chairman’s Cup LOC Launched At Party Secretariat
By Saheed Afolabi
The Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the inaugural APC Lagos State Chairman’s Cup was officially unveiled on Wednesday at the APC Lagos State Secretariat, marking a significant step toward the youth football tournament aimed at fostering unity and talent discovery across Lagos’ 57 Local Governments and LCDAs.
The LOC, composed of prominent political leaders and public servants, is tasked with overseeing the first-ever APC Chairman’s Cup, a statewide initiative to promote grassroots engagement, inclusivity, and youth empowerment through football. Dr. Seyi Bamigbade, the convener, announced the committee, led by Hon. Abdullahi Sesan Olowa as chairman, with members including:
– Barr. Mrs. Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin
– Hon. Sam Egube
– Hon. Yemi Alli
– Hon. Bolaji Kayode Robert
– Hon. Adedeji Temitope
– Hon. Mrs. Kemi Ogunyemi
– Hon. Tobun Abiodun
– Prince Usman Akanbi Hamzat
– Hon. Bamidele Yusuf Sulaimon
– Hon. Mrs. Bada Abolanle Samiat
– Hon. Olufemi Akanbi Okeowo
– Hon. Muibi Alade Folawuyo
– Hon. Motunrayo Gbadebo Alogba
– Hon. Moyosore Ogunlewe
– Hon. Akeem Dauda
– Hon. Adebayo Olasoju
– Hon. Adeola Adetoro
– Hon. Babatunde Hunpe
– Hon. Oluwafemi Daniel Odunayo
– Prince Bolarinwa Alade
– Mr. Abayomi Adelakun
– Hon. Idris Balogun
– Hon. Lanre Sanusi
– Hon. Abiodun Jimoh Isola
– Hon. Yisa Abiola Jubril
– Hon. Abdulganiy Obasa
– Hon. Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun
– Hon. Bola Oladunjoye
– Hon. Bukola Adedeji
– Hon. Wale Raji
The inauguration, attended by party leaders, youth representatives, and sports enthusiasts, celebrated the vision of APC Lagos State Chairman, Hon. Cornelius Ojelabi, to unite youths through sport. Dr. Bamigbade emphasized that the tournament is more than football—it’s a platform to strengthen the APC community and promote inclusivity.
“This competition will foster a sense of belonging across all local governments and LCDAs. Football is our tool for peace, unity, and empowering young people,” Bamigbade said.
LOC Chairman Hon. Abdullahi Sesan Olowa expressed gratitude for the trust placed in the committee and vowed to deliver a transparent and inspiring tournament. “We’re set to make history. This cup will unite our 57 councils under the APC banner while uncovering football talents to make Lagos and Nigeria proud,” Olowa stated.
Registration for teams is underway at www.apcchairmancup.com. The tournament will include Under-18 and Under-20 categories, offering cash prizes, awards, and football trips for top teams and players.
From Epe to Badagry, Ikorodu to Surulere, and across Lagos’ mainland and island, anticipation is growing for what promises to be a landmark event in grassroots football.
