…as Seun Fakorede Scores Winning Goal at Olubadan Stadium
The 2024 International Youth Week came to a thrilling state of the event with a Novelty football match between Team GSM and Team Oyo Influencers at the Olubadan Stadium. The highly anticipated match saw Team GSM emerge victorious, courtesy of a lone goal from Seun Fakorede.
The match, which was part of the International Youth Week celebrations, brought together young people from different backgrounds to promote unity, sportsmanship, and healthy competition. The stadium was filled with excited fans, all cheering on their favorite teams.
Team GSM, led by Seun Fakorede, started strong, dominating the midfield and creating several scoring opportunities. Their efforts paid off in the 20th minutes when Seun Fakorede scored the winning goal, sending the crowd into a frenzy.
Team Oyo Influencers pushed hard to equalize, but Team GSM’s defense held strong. Despite their best efforts, they were unable to find the back of the net, leaving Team GSM to claim the win.
In the post match reaction, Seun Fakorede, the hero of the match, expressed his excitement about the win. “I’m thrilled to have scored the winning goal,” he said. “It was a team effort, and I’m proud of my teammates for their hard work and dedication.”
The Manager of Team GSM, Victor Olojede also praised his team’s performance. “We plan hard for this match, and it’s great to see our efforts pay off,” he said. “I’m proud of our young players for their sportsmanship and teamwork.”
The 2024 International Youth Week was a resounding success, with the friendly football match being a highlight of the celebrations. The event promoted unity, sportsmanship, and healthy competition among young people, emphasizing the importance of youth development and empowerment.
The Olubadan Stadium, which hosted the match, was filled with excitement and energy, showcasing the power of sports to bring people together.
Also as part of the celebration, Oyo Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Honourable Wasilat Adegoke led a group of enthusiastic youths on a fun-filled boat cruise at Eleyele.The event, which was part of the state government’s efforts to promote youth development and empowerment, brought together young people from across the state to celebrate the International Youth Week.
The boat cruise, which departed from the Eleyele waterfront to across the Lake, was filled with excitement and entertainment as the youths enjoyed music, dancing, and games while cruising along the waterways.
Honourable Wasilat who was in high spirits, expressed his delight at seeing the youths having a great time. “This is what International Youth Week is all about , celebrating the energy, creativity, and potential of our young people,” he said.
“We want to create opportunities for our youths to have fun, learn, and grow together. This boat cruise is just one of the many activities we have planned to make this year’s International Youth Week unforgettable.”
The Commissioner was flanked by top government officials, youth leaders, and representatives from various youth organizations across the state, as Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration rolled out the red carpet for the youth to celebrate the International Youth Week in style.
Comrade Makinde Ogunsina, the Oyo State PDP Youth Leader, spearheaded a delegation of young and enthusiastic party faithful to participate in a thrilling Novelty Match and subsequently, the exciting boat cruise event, which was a highlight of the International Youth Week celebrations, showcasing the party’s unwavering commitment to promoting youth engagement, entertainment, and development through innovative and inclusive initiatives.
The Senior Special Assistant to Governor Seyi Makinde on Education, rejoiced with a vibrant gathering of young influencers from across the state at the exciting boat cruise event, which was a highlight of the International Youth Week celebrations, as they came together to commemorate this year’s theme and showcase the government’s commitment to empowering and celebrating the youth.