OSMD Network – (Oyo Si Ma Dun) – an Ibadan based not for profit organization dedicated to youth empowerment has announced the commencement of the OSMD Unity Cup Football Tournament which will take place between 15th November and 13th December 2025.
The tournament which is designed to foster unity, youth engagement, and grassroots sports development across Oyo State will feature football teams representing each of the 33 Local Government Areas of Oyo State within the 8 geo-political zones (Ibadan 1, 2 and 3, Oke Ogun 1 and 2, Oyo, Ibarapa and Ogbomoso).
Following the draws which took place on Monday at the Indoor Sports Hall of the Lekan Salami Stadium Adamasingba Ibadan on Monday, the tournament will officially kick off on Saturday, November 15, across all match centres in the state.
According to a press statement in Ibadan on Wednesday Babajide Olagunju the OSMD Cup spokesperson emphasized that the OSMD Unity Cup is not just about football, but about creating opportunities
“This is one of the many initiatives of OSMD to engage and empower youths with a view to talent discovery and football development in a football loving state. We are poised to showcase the football talents abound in Oyo State in a competition that will promote peace, unity and community bonding at the grassroots level”
“A tournament of this nature is a celebration of our shared heritage and a platform to discover and empower young talents across Oyo State. We believe sports, especially football remains one of the strongest unifying forces in our society. Through the one month long tournament to be played on a knockout basis on Saturdays and Sundays we will be redefining youth engagement and grassroots football”
The ceremonial kickoff of the tournament will take place at the Olubadan Stadium, Ibadan; by 4:00pm this Saturday while the finals will be played on Saturday 13th December 2025 with awards for Most Valuable Player, Golden Boots Golden Gloves, Best Coach and Fair Play Team
Managed by The Tall and Wide Company Limited with Kayog Sports International and Oyo State Football Association (OYO FA) serving as technical partners to ensure top class coordination and adherence to professional football standards, residents especially football lovers across of Oyo State are encouraged to follow the OSMD Unity Cup matches and support the teams representing their Local Government Areas in the battle for glory in what promises to be one of the most exciting grassroots football events of the year.
