TECNO has reinforced its commitment to grassroots football and youth development with the completion of a new 5-a-side football pitch at the Alade Sports Complex in Command, Alimosho Local Government Area, Lagos State.
According to a statement from TECNO on Monday, the facility, officially opened on 24 December 2025, is the latest in a series of initiatives by the company aimed at supporting underserved communities and fostering local football talent.
The pitch was developed in partnership with Prince Babatunde Alade, Proprietor of the Alade Sports Complex, who has independently managed the facility for nearly 25 years, nurturing young players and discovering notable talents, including two former Nigerian Golden Eaglets, Mr Basit Ojediran and Mr Tijani Samson, who represented Nigeria at the FIFA U-17 World Cup.
The new astro-turf pitch was commissioned during a ceremony attended by community leaders, TECNO representatives and local residents, reflecting broad community support for the project and its long-term goals.
Mr Olumide Yomi-Omolayo, TECNO Marketing Manager, and Elder Philip Ajayi, Community Leader from Amikanle, highlighted the importance of the initiative for youth inclusion and access to quality sports infrastructure within the area.
“This project is a source of pride and collective joy for our community,” Elder Philip Ajayi said. “TECNO’s intervention validates decades of hard work by Prince Babatunde Alade and provides young footballers with opportunities that were previously unavailable in this part of Lagos.”
The 5-a-side pitch at Ajasa Ikola forms part of TECNO’s broader grassroots football development strategy, which began with the Sura Mini Stadium on Lagos Island, delivered in collaboration with the Lagos State Government. Both facilities represent the first phase of a wider programme across Lagos State and Nigeria, designed to create clear pathways for young players to progress from grassroots football to professional careers.
Speaking on the initiative, Founder and CEO of Mono, Mr Abdulhamid Hassan, said, “This partnership enables young Africans to access world-class infrastructure and opportunities, bridging the gap between raw talent and professional football. We are proud to support communities where the potential of youth is often overlooked.”
Beyond Lagos, TECNO’s efforts align with its continental sponsorship of the Africa Cup of Nations, reinforcing its commitment to football development across Nigeria and Africa. Through these projects, TECNO aims to combine corporate social responsibility with long-term investments in youth empowerment and sports excellence.
The Alade Sports Complex project demonstrates TECNO’s focus on sustainable community development, providing young footballers with modern facilities, structured coaching environments, and access to competitive opportunities, while ensuring the legacy of privately run grassroots initiatives continues across local communities.
