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Obokun FA Emerges Champion at the Majeobaote U17 Football Competition: A Tournament Uniting Osun East, Hosted By Amb. Olaniyi Ilesanmi, Osun East Senatorial Aspirant

Published by admin on September 8th, 2025.

Obokun FA Emerges Champion at the Majeobaote U17 Football Competition: A Tournament Uniting Osun East, Hosted By Amb. Olaniyi Ilesanmi, Osun East Senatorial Aspirant

Yesterday, at Ipetu Ijesa Grammar School football pitch, Ipetu Ijesa, Osun State, the just-concluded Majeobaote U17 Football Competition, hosted by Amb. Chief Olaniyi Francis Ilesanmi, founder of the Majeobaote Foundation, has successfully spotlighted grassroots football in the Osun East Senatorial District. The competition brought together 12 youth teams from across the Senatorial District in a spirited display of unity, talent, and sportsmanship. After several rounds of thrilling matches, Obokun FA, Ilesa, emerged victorious, clinching the championship title with a hard-fought 1-0 win against Atakumosa East FC in the final.

The Football Competition is a Vision Driven by Purpose and Humanity

The football competition which was hosted and fully financed by Amb.Olaniyi Ilesanmi, the High Chief Majeobaote I of Ipetu Ijesa Kingdom, a renowned humanitarian, Chief Patron of Friends of Seyi Tinubu (FOST), Osun State and a leading aspirant for the Osun East Senatorial seat. Through the Majeobaote Foundation, he has continually demonstrated a commitment to youth empowerment, community development, and the nurturing of raw talent across our Senatorial District

The U17 Football Fiesta serves not only as a competition but as a strategic intervention to engage the youth positively, discourage social vices, and discover football talents that can be sponsored into professional careers locally and internationally.

Group Stage Highlights

The competition kicked off with 12 formidable teams divided into four groups:

Group A: Majeobaote FA Ipetu Ijesa, Atakumosa East FC Iperindo, Divine FA Ilesa

Group B: Unity FC Ilesa, Ijesa Warriors Feeders, City Boys FC Ijebu Jesa

Group C: Benvious FA Ilesa, Erin Ijesa Boys FC, Dynamic Feeders Ikeji Arakeji

Group D: Oba Amura FC Erin Oke, Obokun FA Ilesa, Young Stars FC Ipetu Ijesa

Notable group-stage performances included Unity FC’s 4-0 thrashing of Ijesa Warriors Feeders, and City Boys FC’s 8-0 Demolition by the same team, showcasing the attacking prowess of young talents.

In Group D, Young Stars FC made a powerful statement with a 6-0 win over Oba Amura FC, while Obokun FA proved their mettle with a 3-0 win over the same side.

Amb. Chief Olaniyi Ilesanmi

Knockout Stage

Quarter-Finals:

Atakumosa East FC defeated City Boys FC 3-0

Divine FA edged Unity FC 1-0

Young Stars FC beat Erin Ijesa United 2-1

Obokun FA triumphed over Benvious FA 3-1

Semi-Finals

Atakumosa East FC advanced after a tense 1-1 draw with Divine FA, winning 5-4 on penalties.

Obokun FA dominated Young Stars FC with a 3-0 victory.

Third Place Match

Young Stars FC bounced back to secure third place with a 3-0 win over Divine FA.

Grand Finale: Obokun FA Crowned Champions

In a tightly contested final match, Obokun FA clinched the title with a narrow but decisive 1-0 win over Atakumosa East FC. The final, held amidst a large crowd of supporters, traditional leaders, and dignitaries, was a true celebration of youth excellence and community spirit.

The Football Competition is Beyond Football: A Legacy of Youth Empowerment

The Majeobaote U17 Soccer Fiesta has proven to be more than a sporting event. It has:

Promoted Unity: The event fostered communal peace and camaraderie by drawing teams and supporters from various towns in Osun East.

Discovered Raw Talent: Scouts and stakeholders identified several standout players who now have pathways to be sponsored into higher-level football academies.

Empowered the Youth: Through sports, many youths were given a platform to express themselves positively and constructively.

Amb. Chief Olaniyi Ilesanmi, speaking at the final ceremony, reiterated his unwavering commitment to youth development:

“This tournament is not just about football. It’s about giving our youth a future. We are building lives, discovering talents, and laying a foundation for a greater Osun East.”

Amb. Ilesanmi Aspirations is Rooted in Impact

As he continues his journey as an aspirant for the Osun East Senatorial seat, Amb. Olaniyi Ilesanmi brings with him a track record of service, youth empowerment, and deep community engagement. His work through the Majeobaote Foundation is a testament to the kind of visionary leadership the region can expect.

The Majeobaote U17 Football Competition has set a new benchmark for grassroots sports development in Osun State. With Obokun FA lifting the trophy, and numerous young stars rising to prominence, the event has solidified its place as a cornerstone for youth transformation, powered by the vision of one man who believes in the future of his people, medals were presented to the coaches, officiating team and team players, while cup was presented to the winner of the tournament, Obokun FA

Majeobaote Media Team(MMT)

08/09/2025