Bella Disu Champions Youth Tennis Revival in Lagos, Gets Lagos State Sports Commission Backing
Developmental sports in Lagos received a major boost on Saturday as business leader and philanthropist Bella Disu hosted the finale of the maiden Bella Disu Open U-14 Junior Invitational Tennis Championship at the Lagos Lawn Tennis Club, Onikan.
The tournament, organised to commemorate Disu’s 40th birthday, was designed to discover and nurture young tennis talents through scholarships, equipment support, and competitive exposure.
The initiative reflects her commitment to empowering youth and reviving grassroots tennis in Nigeria.
Speaking at the event, Director General of the Lagos State Sports Commission, Lekan Fatodu, described the championship as a strong contribution to the state’s sports development agenda.
‘Programmes like the Bella Disu Open create pathways for young people to discover and grow their talents within structured systems. Sustainable sports development must be driven by consistency, access, and opportunities,’ he said.
Fatodu reaffirmed the Lagos State Government’s support for initiatives that strengthen talent development and expand youth participation in sports.
He noted that the championship aligns with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s broader vision of advancing youth and developmental sports through infrastructure upgrades, institutional reforms, and stronger private sector collaboration.
