About Us
Our Background
The Founders Super League was created to celebrate the tireless efforts of grassroots football club founders across Nigeria. These individuals, often working with limited resources, have dedicated themselves to nurturing young talent and building community through the beautiful game. The league shines a spotlight on their contributions, recognizing them as the unsung heroes of football development.
At its heart, the Founders Super League is about empowerment and visibility. It provides a platform for players from underserved communities to showcase their skills, gain exposure, and pursue opportunities that might otherwise remain out of reach. By organizing structured competitions, the league bridges the gap between grassroots football and broader recognition, ensuring that hidden talent is brought to the limelight.
Beyond the pitch, the league fosters unity and pride. It highlights how football can be a tool for social change—strengthening communities, inspiring youth, and offering hope where opportunities are scarce. The founders behind this initiative envision a future where every child with passion for the sport has a pathway to success, regardless of background or circumstance.
The Founders Super League is not just about competition; it is a movement to honor dedication, amplify voices, and transform lives through football.
Mission Statement
The Founders Super League exists to honor and uplift the dedication of grassroots football club founders in Nigeria. Our mission is to provide a platform that celebrates their efforts, amplifies their impact, and showcases the hidden talent within underserved communities. Through organized competitions, mentorship, and visibility, we aim to transform passion for football into pathways for opportunity, recognition, and growth.
Vision Statement
We envision a Nigeria where every young footballer, regardless of background, has the chance to shine. The Founders Super League aspires to be the leading grassroots football movement that bridges communities, empowers youth, and nurtures the next generation of stars. By spotlighting the founders who build and sustain local clubs, we seek to inspire a culture of resilience, unity, and excellence both on and off the pitch.
Our Core Values
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Resilience – We honor the determination of grassroots founders who build clubs despite limited resources, proving that passion can overcome obstacles.
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Community – Football is more than a game; it is a force that unites neighborhoods, fosters belonging, and strengthens social bonds.
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Opportunity – We believe every young player deserves a chance to shine, regardless of background or circumstance.
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Excellence – On and off the pitch, we strive for the highest standards in talent development, organization, and impact.
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Recognition – We celebrate the unsung heroes—grassroots founders—whose dedication sustains football culture in underserved communities.
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Inspiration – By spotlighting hidden talent, we aim to inspire the next generation of players, leaders, and changemakers.
Timeline
2027
First Edition
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2028
Second Edition
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2029
Third Edition
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Meet FGSL Founder
Oluwagbemiga Johnson Adebayo (OJA)
Founder
Oluwagbemiga Johnson Adebayo, fondly known as OJA, is the visionary convener of the Founders Super League and founder of Gbemiga Football Club. A graduate of Marketing, OJA is a dynamic business developer, tech‑savvy innovator, and passionate football lover. His journey blends entrepreneurship with sport, having once laced up his boots to play the game he now champions.
Through the Founders Super League, OJA channels his expertise and love for football into celebrating grassroots club founders and spotlighting hidden talent in underserved Nigerian communities. His mission is clear: to transform passion into opportunity, and to ensure that the next generation of players has a stage to shine.
FGSL Central LOC Team
Oluwole Joseph
Deputy Chairman
Oluwagbemiga Johnson Adebayo, fondly known as OJA, is the visionary convener of the Founders Super League and founder of Gbemiga Football Club. A graduate of Marketing, OJA is a dynamic business developer, tech‑savvy innovator, and passionate football lover. His journey blends entrepreneurship with sport, having once laced up his boots to play the game he now champions.
Through the Founders Super League, OJA channels his expertise and love for football into celebrating grassroots club founders and spotlighting hidden talent in underserved Nigerian communities. His mission is clear: to transform passion into opportunity, and to ensure that the next generation of players has a stage to shine.
Suleiman Tijjani
Director For Communication
luwagbemiga Johnson Adebayo, fondly known as OJA, is the visionary convener of the Founders Super League and founder of Gbemiga Football Club. A graduate of Marketing, OJA is a dynamic business developer, tech‑savvy innovator, and passionate football lover. His journey blends entrepreneurship with sport, having once laced up his boots to play the game he now champions.
Through the Founders Super League, OJA channels his expertise and love for football into celebrating grassroots club founders and spotlighting hidden talent in underserved Nigerian communities. His mission is clear: to transform passion into opportunity, and to ensure that the next generation of players has a stage to shine.
Adegbokiki Adeniran
Director For Finance and Partnership
luwagbemiga Johnson Adebayo, fondly known as OJA, is the visionary convener of the Founders Super League and founder of Gbemiga Football Club. A graduate of Marketing, OJA is a dynamic business developer, tech‑savvy innovator, and passionate football lover. His journey blends entrepreneurship with sport, having once laced up his boots to play the game he now champions.
Through the Founders Super League, OJA channels his expertise and love for football into celebrating grassroots club founders and spotlighting hidden talent in underserved Nigerian communities. His mission is clear: to transform passion into opportunity, and to ensure that the next generation of players has a stage to shine.
Olusetan Kehinde
Director For Compliance
luwagbemiga Johnson Adebayo, fondly known as OJA, is the visionary convener of the Founders Super League and founder of Gbemiga Football Club. A graduate of Marketing, OJA is a dynamic business developer, tech‑savvy innovator, and passionate football lover. His journey blends entrepreneurship with sport, having once laced up his boots to play the game he now champions.
Through the Founders Super League, OJA channels his expertise and love for football into celebrating grassroots club founders and spotlighting hidden talent in underserved Nigerian communities. His mission is clear: to transform passion into opportunity, and to ensure that the next generation of players has a stage to shine.
Adewunmi Adeleye
Director For Logistics
luwagbemiga Johnson Adebayo, fondly known as OJA, is the visionary convener of the Founders Super League and founder of Gbemiga Football Club. A graduate of Marketing, OJA is a dynamic business developer, tech‑savvy innovator, and passionate football lover. His journey blends entrepreneurship with sport, having once laced up his boots to play the game he now champions.
Through the Founders Super League, OJA channels his expertise and love for football into celebrating grassroots club founders and spotlighting hidden talent in underserved Nigerian communities. His mission is clear: to transform passion into opportunity, and to ensure that the next generation of players has a stage to shine.
Eniola Samson
Director For Competition
luwagbemiga Johnson Adebayo, fondly known as OJA, is the visionary convener of the Founders Super League and founder of Gbemiga Football Club. A graduate of Marketing, OJA is a dynamic business developer, tech‑savvy innovator, and passionate football lover. His journey blends entrepreneurship with sport, having once laced up his boots to play the game he now champions.
Through the Founders Super League, OJA channels his expertise and love for football into celebrating grassroots club founders and spotlighting hidden talent in underserved Nigerian communities. His mission is clear: to transform passion into opportunity, and to ensure that the next generation of players has a stage to shine.
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Participating Team
Team Name: Gbemiga Football Club
Head Coach: Coach Suleiman Tijjani
Year of Establishment: Sept. 6th 2025
Team Location: Ibadan Oyo State
Match Played: 21
Match Won; 10
Match Draw: 4
Match Loss: 7
Goal Forward: 20
Goal Against: 8
Team Name: Gbemiga Football Club
Head Coach: Coach Suleiman Tijjani
Year of Establishment: Sept. 6th 2025
Team Location: Ibadan Oyo State
Match Played: 21
Match Won; 10
Match Draw: 4
Match Loss: 7
Goal Forward: 20
Goal Against: 8
Team Name: Alimi Rugged Star Football Club
Head Coach: Coach Akinlabi Akintunde
Year of Establishment: Sept. 6th 2025
Team Location: Ibadan Oyo State
Match Played: 21
Match Won; 10
Match Draw: 4
Match Loss: 7
Goal Forward: 20
Goal Against: 8
