Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Guardian Nigeria
Published on 2024-02-01 01:39:20
The CEO of Inter Lagos, Lanre Vigo, has emphasized that one of the main goals of the club is to positively impact the lives of young Nigerians. He spoke at the official unveiling of Inter Lagos in Lagos, highlighting the club’s mission to shift the focus of Nigerian youth from foreign clubs like Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, and Liverpool to local clubs. Vigo aspires to create a football club that will attract a loyal fanbase and provide a satisfying experience for spectators through quality players and a strong technical crew.
Inter Lagos, established in 2023, plays its NNL home games at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos. The club has quickly garnered enthusiastic support from fans and is striving to earn promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). Notably, Inter Lagos recently achieved a significant victory by defeating Warri Wolves FC 4-0, and they remain unbeaten in the NNL league after five games.
Vigo, a sports agent managing prominent athletes such as Israel Adesanya, Tobi Amusan, and Asisat Oshoala, expressed his excitement about the club’s current standing in the league. Additionally, co-founder Tosin Fashoyin praised the technical crew, players, and everyone involved in contributing to the club’s success. She acknowledged the collective effort that led to the club’s positive trajectory.
Team captain Kazeem Jubrin reassured the management that the players are committed to pursuing promotion to the NPFL and will not disappoint. The individuals involved in the club, including Vigo, Fashoyin, and Jubrin, are dedicated to the mission of creating an attractive, successful football club that positively impacts Nigerian youth.
The club’s commitment to changing the lives of young Nigerians reflects its dedication to developing local talent and fostering a deep appreciation for domestic football. By building a strong foundation and competitive team, Inter Lagos aims to capture the enthusiasm of fans and encourage a greater interest in local clubs. Through its recent victories and unbeaten streak, the club is making substantial progress toward its goal of earning promotion to the NPFL. The support and determination shown by the management, players, and everyone involved have contributed to Inter Lagos’ positive and promising trajectory.
