Famous Nigerian Afrobeat singer Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has launched the ‘Burna Boy Football Academy’ in Lagos. This new initiative is designed to contribute to the development of African football through a structured training program aimed at nurturing young talent.
The academy is reported to operate three days a week, offering two-hour training sessions on each of these days. This schedule is intended to provide consistent and focused training to aspiring footballers.
Recently, videos of the academy’s facilities and activities have surfaced online, capturing the attention of fans and followers. In the footage, young footballers are seen engaging in training sessions on the field under the guidance of a coach. Another video shows the players enjoying Burna Boy’s music and celebrating after a successful training session, highlighting the academy's vibrant and supportive environment.
According to its official website, the academy caters to young football enthusiasts in two age groups: junior boys aged 4-15 and senior boys aged 16-21. This division allows the academy to provide age-appropriate training and development opportunities to a wide range of young players.
Training locations for the academy are available in Ikoyi, Surulere, Port Harcourt, and Abuja, expanding its reach and accessibility to aspiring footballers across different regions.
Netizens Reactions…
@wiztohfem said: “Kudos to Burna Boy.”
@openuium said: “Standard.”
@bjlentic said: ” This one make sense o. Better empowerment. Imagine others follow am do, with their impact meaning more international eyes for naija players be that. Abi?”
@SymPly_Collins said: “Why dem dey train for backyard ?So burna no fit give them good pitch.”
@Anonymo62586801 said: “Chelsea already getting their Money ready to sign like 6 players which 4 are to be Goalkeepers.”
@kayomiwa23258 said: “See as them happy.”
@JayBig825034 said: “I am so excited about this project ⚽️ . God bless Burna Boy and the team that put this together.”
See below;
on going training session at the Burna Boy Football Academy in Lagos. ⚽🏃🏾♂️ pic.twitter.com/0Y32CZv0sK
— benny. (@benny7gg) August 11, 2024