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Kingsley James Awodi Honored with Prestigious Sportsville Award

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6 months ago

April 4, 2025

Joel Ajayi

Renowned sports administrator and grassroots development advocate, Kingsley James Awodi, has been honored with the prestigious Sportsville Award at a grand ceremony held at Eko city , Lagos.

Awodi, the President of Kings FC, was accompanied by friends and loved ones who share in his vision for sports development. Expressing his joy and gratitude, he dedicated the award to God Almighty, his family, his father, and his mentor, Dr. Paul Enenche.

“I feel elated to have won this award. It shows that people recognize my hard work, and this will spur me to do more,” Awodi remarked. “A few years ago, I reflagged the MKO Abiola National Stadium under the ‘Adopt-A-Pitch Project.’ This award is a testament to the importance of grassroots development and giving back to society.”

As the founder of Kings Academy in Abuja, he has played a pivotal role in nurturing young talents and providing opportunities for aspiring footballers across Nigeria.

Awodi has also been an influential figure in Nigerian football administration, having been part of official government delegations under former Minister of Sports, Hon. Sunday Dare. His involvement saw him participate in sports pilgrimages to the Maldives and travel with the Nigerian delegation to Kigali, Rwanda, to support the national team.

Beyond football, Awodi’s humanitarian and sports development efforts have earned him numerous accolades and honorary awards, including:

Alliance of Women Ambassadors for Peace Development – Icon of Hope (2021)
National Youth for Women Empowerment and Education in Nigeria – Symbol of Peace/Greater Nigeria (2021)
North Central Youth Coalition – Icon of Greater Nigeria (2021)
West African Students Union (WASU) Nigeria Zone – Certificate of Honor (2021)
National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) – NANS Icon of Hope (2021)
Arewa Youth Congress of Nigeria (AYCN) – Arewa National Excellence Award & Hasken Matassan Arewa (2021)
G4 Media International & Nigeria Medias – Award of Excellence for Best Humanitarian, Health & Social Intervention NGO (2022)
Rotary International – Ambassador & Partnership Award for Humanitarian, Peace & Conflict Resolution (2022)

For Awodi, awards and recognition are secondary to his true mission—empowering young athletes and driving Nigerian sports to greater heights.

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NVBF President, Engr Nimrod Urges Families to Embrace Healthy Living at HOBA Novelty Sports

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21 hours ago

October 6, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

President of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF), Engineer Musa Nimrod, has called on Nigerian families to adopt healthy living habits through regular participation in sporting and fitness activities.

Nimrod made the call on Sunday during the third edition of the Hoba Development Association, Abuja Chapter, novelty sports event held at the Indoor Sports Hall of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.

He noted that physical activities such as sports are vital to fostering family bonds, community interaction, and overall well-being.

“The rate of health-related incidents such as slumping is increasing, but regular exercise helps improve the health of both parents and children,” he said. “Events like this bring families together, allowing parents and children to interact and know each other better.”

Also speaking, the stand-in Chairman of the Hoba Community, Barrister Nathan Naandeti, highlighted the significance of the annual novelty games, describing them as a unifying platform for members of the community.

“It’s something we do every year to promote unity, togetherness, and fitness among our people. Sports is part of who we are,” he stated.

Men, women, and children from the Hoba community participated in various sporting activities, including volleyball, badminton, football, and aerobics—all aimed at encouraging relaxation, fitness, and bonding among families.

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