- Sanwo-Olu Set to Celebrate Team Lagos’ International Sporting Success
- Schools from Lagos recorded an impressive medal tally and achieved high overall rankings across age groups
- Fatodu described the combined achievements at the World School Games and African Youth Games as a significant milestone for the state
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu is set to receive student athletes who delivered an outstanding performance at the World School Games Olympia, held in Doha, between January 29 and 31, 2026.
The Lagos contingent, made up of pupils from several schools across the state, competed in athletics, football and swimming in the U 11, U 13 and U 15 categories. Their performances earned widespread praise and placed Lagos prominently on the international medal table.
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According to the Lagos State Sports Commission, the planned reception will celebrate not only the medals won but also the discipline, teamwork and resilience demonstrated by the young athletes throughout the competition.
Schools from Lagos recorded an impressive medal tally and achieved high overall rankings across age groups, reflecting the continued development of structured school sports within the state.
Among the standout performances, Saint Saviour’s School emerged first overall in the U 11 category. Grange School secured second place in the U 13 category and third place in the U 15 division, demonstrating consistency across age levels.
Other participating institutions included Riverbank School, British International School, Lagos Preparatory and Secondary School, and Corona School. Their students competed with confidence and skill across multiple events, contributing to the state’s strong showing.
In addition to the World School Games success, Governor Sanwo-Olu will also honour members of Team Lagos who represented Nigeria at the African Youth Games, held in Angola from December 10 to 20, 2025.
Director General of the Lagos Sports Commission, Mr Lekan Fatodu, said many of the athletes began their journey at the National Youth Games before earning selection to represent the state and subsequently the country.
He explained that their progress to the continental stage highlights the strength of Lagos’ youth sports development framework, adding that the athletes have demonstrated the ability to compete successfully at both regional and international levels.
Fatodu described the combined achievements at the World School Games and African Youth Games as a significant milestone for the state, crediting the success to the commitment of athletes, parents, coaches, educators and sports administrators.
He said the performances reinforce Lagos State’s reputation as a leading hub for nurturing young sporting talent capable of excelling on the global stage.
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