The Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has appointed Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, as the Chairman of the Osun State Sports Trust Fund.
The initiative, according to the state government, is designed to raise sustainable funding for the development and transformation of sports in the state.
Announcing the appointment in Osogbo, the state’s Deputy Governor and Commissioner for Sports, Kola Adewusi, said the move aligns with Governor Adeleke’s commitment to reposition the sports sector and complete the ongoing renovation of the Osogbo Township Stadium to meet Olympic standards.
“Ongoing renovation and rehabilitation of the Osogbo Township Stadium will be completed in the shortest possible time,” Adewusi said.
“Plans are also in advanced stages for the establishment of the Osun State Sports Commission, which will serve as the central body for sports administration, development, and policy implementation.”
He explained that the new Sports Trust Fund, to be chaired by Davido, would attract support from philanthropists and private investors both within and outside the state.
“Davido has been appointed to chair the Sports Trust Fund, and he did not hesitate to accept. His intervention will attract funds that will impact Osun sports positively,” Adewusi added.
The Osun State Government assured that the revamped stadium would not only host national events but also attract international tournaments, boosting sports tourism and youth engagement across the state.
