Burna Boy launches Football Academy in Lagos

• Popular Nigerian Afrobeat singer Damini Ogulu, globally known Burna Boy opens the ‘Burna Boy Football Academy’ in Lagos.
• The academy aims to develop young African footballers through structured training sessions.
• The program runs three days a week, with two-hour sessions each day.
• Videos of the academy’s activities have surfaced online, showing young players training.

Nigerian Afrobeat sensation Damini Ogulu, globally known as Burna Boy, has officially launched the ‘Burna Boy Football Academy’ in Lagos.

This innovative initiative is aim to support the growth of African football by offering a structured training program for young athletes.

The academy, which has already gained attention online, operates three days a week with two-hour training sessions each day.

The initiative is designed to cater to two distinct age groups: junior boys aged 4-15 and senior boys aged 16-21.

Training locations are situated in Ikoyi, Surulere, Port Harcourt, and Abuja to accommodate aspiring footballers from various regions.

Recent videos showcasing the academy’s state-of-the-art facilities and training sessions have surfaced on social media, captivating fans and followers alike.

The footage reveals young footballers honing their skills under the guidance of a coach.

Netizens Reactions…

@wiztohfem said: “Kudos to Burna Boy.”

@openuium said: “Standard.”

@bjlentic said: ” This one make sense o. Better empowerment. Imagine others follow am do, with their impact meaning more international eyes for naija players be that. Abi?”

@SymPly_Collins said: “Why dem dey train for backyard ?So burna no fit give them good pitch.”

@Anonymo62586801 said: “Chelsea already getting their Money ready to sign like 6 players which 4 are to be Goalkeepers.”

@JayBig825034 said: “I am so excited about this project ⚽️ . God bless Burna boy and the team that put this together.”

@kayomiwa23258 said: “See as them happy.”

@JayBig825034 said: “I am so excited about this project ⚽️ . God bless Burna boy and the team that put this together.”

See below:

on going training session at the Burna Boy Football Academy in Lagos. ⚽🏃🏾‍♂️ pic.twitter.com/0Y32CZv0sK

— benny. (@benny7gg) August 11, 2024