Students from the six South-West states of Nigeria are set to participate in the inaugural sports camp organized by the Wamufat Youth Community Development Foundation (WYCDF), in partnership with the Nigeria School Sports Federation (NSSF).
The seven-day camp, scheduled to run from August 10 to 16, 2025, will take place at the Agroterra Sports Complex in Joga-Orile, near Abeokuta, Ogun State. Over 600 students and Game Masters from Ogun, Lagos, Oyo, Ekiti, Osun, and Ondo States are expected to attend.
The camp will feature a blend of sports training, educational sessions, mentorship, and personal development activities.
In a statement released by WYCDF, preparations are in full swing for the event, which aims to empower young people through structured sports activities, values-based coaching, and wellness education. The programme will bring together coaches, games masters, facilitators, and volunteers to instill discipline, teamwork, and healthy living among participants.
The initiative aligns with WYCDF’s broader mission to use sports as a catalyst for positive change, particularly in underserved communities. Throughout the camp, participants will engage in daily athletics training, motivational talks, sports drills, mentoring, and leadership development workshops.
“This is not just about games or physical fitness — it’s about building confidence, character, and community,” said a spokesperson for the foundation.
The camp has received strong support from local leaders and members of the Nigerian diaspora, who view it as a model for sustainable youth development.
President of the NSSF, Olabisi Joseph, praised WYCDF for spearheading the initiative and assured that the federation would provide full support to ensure its success. She noted that the camp aligns with the International School Sports Federation (ISF) ideals of nurturing well-rounded individuals.
“We are excited about this initiative, which promotes grassroots sports development and supports our strategic agenda, IMPACTS. This agenda focuses on clinics and camps that teach foundational techniques in sports such as athletics, basketball, football, golf, table tennis, tennis, and Ayo,” Joseph said.
Former athletes who have excelled both in sports and academics have been invited to mentor participants. According to the organizers, the goal is to inspire students to pursue excellence not only in sports but also in education.
“We’ve identified former athletes who were household names during their active years and who have gone on to succeed academically and professionally. Their presence will help reinforce the message that sports and education can go hand in hand,” the spokesperson added.
In addition to student participants, over 150 Game Masters, sports officials, and coaches will undergo training during the camp. Sessions will cover modern sports techniques, anti-doping awareness, health education, safeguarding, and other relevant topics.