Sanwo-Olu Hails Daniel Ford Tournament, Commends LSSC’s Leadership in Talent Development
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has praised the Daniel Ford Elite Table Tennis Tournament, describing it as ‘pivotal’ in nurturing young sporting talents across Nigeria.
He emphasized that ‘grassroots initiatives are the bedrock of sporting excellence that has propelled Lagos to unprecedented heights in national and international competitions.’
Reflecting on Lagos’ historic triumph at the 9th National Youth Games earlier this year, the Governor attributed the success to ‘deliberate policy direction, consistent funding, and partnerships that prioritise talent discovery and structured athlete development at the community level.’
He added: ‘Lagos won the National Youth Games for the first time ever this year, which is a clear proof of Lagos State’s investment and support for grassroots initiatives like Daniel Ford. I trust that Lagos will top again at the next Youth Games because of the pragmatic and excellent leadership at the Lagos State Sports Commission.’
Sanwo-Olu also expressed gratitude to the Director-General of the Lagos State Sports Commission, Mr. Lekan Fatodu, and his team “for the great work.’
Now in its third year, the Daniel Ford Elite Table Tennis Tournament has become a cornerstone of talent identification and development in Nigerian table tennis.
Sponsored by Daniel Ford International, a UK-based property firm, the tournament has expanded this year to include a new Under-12 category alongside the existing Under-15 and Under-19 divisions, broadening opportunities for younger athletes to showcase their potential.
