Lagos SDG Team Represents Nigeria At Global Goal Women World Cup Finals

Lagos SDG team departs for Riyadh to participate in Global Goal Women World Cup Finals
Event aims to promote UN Sustainable Development Goals through sports
Governor Sanwo-Olu’s support for women’s empowerment highlighted
Lagos team to showcase Nigeria’s commitment to global partnership and sustainable development

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State delegation from the Office of Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) departed for Riyadh on Tuesday to participate in the 2024 edition of the Global Goal Women World Cup (GGWWCUP) Finals hosted by the Saudi Football Federation.

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The two-day event, taking place between Thursday, March 7th, and Friday, March 8th, will feature teams from various countries showcasing a mix of cultures and the spirit of sportsmanship in promoting the global agenda.

Addressing the team before departure, the Special Adviser to the Governor on SDG, Dr. Oreoluwa Finnih, confirmed that the team’s participation reaffirms the country and the state government’s commitment to fostering an inclusive and sustainable society through partnership and collaborative efforts.

“Motivated by this administration’s love of sport and a shared desire to enhance the quality of life in local communities, this global initiative leverages the power of sport to address the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals,” she said.

Dr. Finnih described the GGWWCUP as the “World Cup for Community Good,” aimed at uniting women worldwide with a passion for sports and a collective commitment to creating a sustainable social impact. “The tournament serves as a powerful platform to foster global collaboration and inspire positive change in communities across the globe,” she added.

Acknowledging Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s unwavering support of women’s empowerment, Dr. Finnih stated, “The Lagos team stands poised to contribute to this noble cause on the international stage, furthering the state’s commitment to enhancing gender equality and opportunities for women in sports.”

The Lagos team, which emerged as champions of the 2023 Nigeria Global Goal World Cup hosted in Lagos, will be competing alongside international teams from Norway, Denmark, Colombia, Egypt, and GCC teams.

“To qualify for the global showpiece, the Lagos team emerged as champions of the Y2023 Nigeria Global Goal World Cup hosted in Lagos as the team led a campaign both on and off the pitch, advocating for Goal 17 of the UN Global Goals (Partnerships) which was based on action, mobilisation, creative style, and soccer skills,” Dr. Finnih noted.