Ajegunle came alive on January 24th, 2026, as over 200 children from 16 schools gathered for the Play More Football (PMF) Tournament.
Representing schools including Ajeromi Ifelodun School, Mokoya Junior High School, Newland Junior and Senior Secondary School, and many others, the young players created an exciting display of grassroots football.
Every child who participated went home with a medal, an important reminder that at PMF, participation, effort, and teamwork matter just as much as winning.
One of the core missions of the Play More Football Foundation is to keep children positively engaged every weekend, providing a safe and structured environment that helps keep them away from crime and negative influences.
PMF Football hopes to expand this initiative to other local government areas across Lagos State and beyond, with a vision of having over 600 children playing simultaneously in different communities.
The Foundation also hopes to receive government support to help introduce the PMF concept to even more children.
The founder and CEO of Play More Football PMF Lawrence OKonji said PMF focuses on small-sided games, which are ideal for under 13 players. These games encourage more touches on the ball, quicker decision-making, and strong tactical awareness. Key elements in a child’s football development.
OKonji said It was a delight to watch young stars play on the Maracana Stadium in Ajegunle, that has produced football legends such as Odion Ighalo, Samson Siasia, Jonathan Akpoborie, Obafemi Martins, and many more. As the matches unfolded, the future felt full of promise.
He said The Play More Football Foundation cannot wait to see some of these children grow into the next generation of football superstars representing not just only the academy but the Super Eagles of Nigeria.
