Abuja, June 3, 2024 — Super Eagles and Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi visited the French Ambassador to Nigeria, Jean Francois Hasperue, today in Abuja.
The meeting centered on exploring partnership opportunities for the Unicorn Football Academy in Ilorin, which is headed by Awoniyi’s elder brother, Victor Awoniyi.
The discussions aimed at fostering collaboration between the academy and French football institutions, leveraging the Ambassador’s support to enhance training facilities and development programs for young Nigerian football talents.
However, this partnership seeks to provide budding athletes with international exposure and advanced training methodologies.
Awoniyi’s visit underscores his commitment to nurturing grassroots football and creating pathways for young Nigerian players to achieve professional success. The engagement with the French Ambassador represents a significant step towards realizing these ambitions.
Further details on the partnership and potential initiatives are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
