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Amokachi, Dosu Joseph, Fatai Amoo Grace Taiwo Afolabi Cup Final

Staff Writer — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:59:45 +0000

Former Nigerian footballers including Daniel Amokachi, Dosu Joseph, Tajudeen Disu, Fatai Amoo, and Waidi Akanni, among others, graced the final of this year’s Taiwo Afolabi Football Tournament held at the Onikan Stadium, Lagos.

The U-17 tournament, which is in its 10th edition, is one of the leading grassroots football competitions in Lagos State, sponsored by Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, chairman of SIFAX Group, to discover, nurture, and promote young football talents at the grassroots level.

At the end of the grueling final matches, Fortune FA, Oshodi and Labro Queen, Oyingbo, emerged winners of the boys and girls competitions respectively.

Fortune FA defeated Dynamo FC, Iwaya 2-0 in the boys’ final, with goals from Quadri Popoola and Agbato Wasiu securing the title.

In the girls’ final, Labro Queen FC and Starlet Girls FC of Idimu played out a goalless draw in regulation time before Labro Queen triumphed in the penalty shootout, converting five of their six kicks to edge Starlet, who scored four from six attempts.

Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, Chairman of SIFAX Group, hands over the trophy to the Fortune F.A. captain, Ogunji, flanked on the left by former Super Eagles player Waidi Akanni, and on the right by Tobi Afolabi, Group Executive Director, SIFAX Group, and Toyosi Afolabi, Executive Director. Corporate Services at Sky Capital and Financial Allied International, plc

Speaking at the event, Dr Taiwo Afolabi, group executive chairman of SIFAX Group, who was accompanied to the event by his wife, Mrs. Folashade Afolabi, reflected on the tournament’s journey over the past decade and expressed satisfaction with its contribution to youth development through sport.

He recalled his own playing days as a young man and explained that the competition began as a modest football fixture tied to his birthday before evolving into a structured platform designed to identify, nurture and support young talent.

Afolabi noted that the tournament was established to create opportunities for young people to channel their energy productively, develop discipline and gain exposure that could shape their future careers.

“We need to encourage the youth, because without encouraging them, they cannot be successful. Young, talented football players like the one featured in this tournament require consistent guidance, mentorship and platforms that help them build their skills and confidence, as well as assist them to remain focused so as to fulfil their potential, both on and off the pitch,” he said.

Wife of SIFAX Group’s Chairman, Mrs Folashade Afolabi, handing over the trophy to Labro FC’s captain, flanked on the left by Former Super Eagles player Waidi Akanni and on the right by Dr Taiwo Afolabi and Daniel Amokachi.

Lagos State Grassroots Soccer Association also commended Afolabi and SIFAX Group for sustaining the competition over the last ten years and highlighted the positive impact the tournament has had on youth football development across Lagos State.

The association’s Secretary, Mr Aliyu Ganiyu, said the tournament has provided numerous players with opportunities to showcase their abilities, with several participants from previous editions progressing to play professionally in Nigeria and abroad.

SIFAX Group Boss Congratulates Adewale Adeniyi on Historic WCO Chair Election

Staff Writer — Tue, 01 Jul 2025 20:12:20 +0000

SIFAX Group chairman, Dr Taiwo Afolabi, has congratulated Adewale Adeniyi, the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, on his landmark election as Chairperson of the World Customs Organization (WCO) Council.

In a letter personally signed, Dr Afolabi described Adeniyi’s emergence as a testament to his exemplary leadership, deep expertise and unwavering commitment to reforming and repositioning the Nigeria Customs Service.

“This well-deserved recognition is not only a source of national pride but also a momentous achievement for the African continent and the maritime industry as a whole,” Afolabi stated.

He noted that Adeniyi’s election as the first Nigerian to occupy this global position reflects his integrity, strategic vision and dedication to excellence.

SIFAX Group boss expressed confidence that his stewardship will deliver immense benefits to the WCO Council through progressive impact on global trade facilitation, customs modernization and international collaboration.

“As stakeholders in the maritime and logistics ecosystem, we look forward to the transformative leadership you will provide in this prestigious role,” the letter added.

Dr Afolabi also assured Adeniyi of SIFAX Group’s continued support and partnership as he steers the WCO Council towards greater heights.

SIFAX Group Chairman Wins Vanguard Businessman of the Year Award (Photo News)

Yinka Okeowo — Wed, 25 May 2022 21:07:18 +0000

The Chairman of Sifax Group, Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, has emerged Vanguard Newspaper Business Man of the Year.

The award was conferred on him at the award ceremony held recently at Eko Hotel, Lagos.

SIFAX Group is a conglomerate with investment in Maritime, Aviation, Logistics, Oil & Gas, Financial Services and Hospitality.

The company spent over N250 million on corporate social responsibility (CSR) programmes across Nigeria in 2021.

Here are pictures from the Vanguard Businessman of the Year Award conferred on Dr. Taiwo Afolabi:

L-R: Mariam Afolabi, Executive Director, Compliance receiving the Vanguard Businessman of the Year on behalf of Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, Chairman, SIFAX Group from Mr. Mohammed Bello-Koko, Managing Director, Nigerian Ports Authority at the Vanguard Personality Awards held at Eko Hotels, recently

R-L- Mohammed Bello-Koko, Managing Director, Nigerian Ports Authority presenting the Vanguard Businessman of Year Award to Dr. Taiwo Afolabi (MON), Chairman, SIFAX Group who was represented by Mariam Afolabi, Executive Director, Compliance at the Vanguard Personality Awards held at Eko Hotels, recently. Basil Agboarumi, Managing Director, SAHCO Plc and Oliver Omajuwa, General Manager, SIFAX Off Dock Terminals are with them

L-R: Wunmi Eniola-Jegede, Executive Director, Business Development & Strategic Planning, SIFAX Group; Catherine Abuah, Group Head, Marketing, SIFAX Group; Mariam Afolabi, Executive Director, Compliance, SIFAX Group (representing the awardee- Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, Chairman, SIFAX Group); A guest- Qudus Badmus; Bode Ojeniyi, Group Executive Director, SIFAX Group and Chike Ogeah, Managing Director, Mac-Folly Hospitality, owners of the Lagos Marriott Hotel at the Vanguard Personality Award held at the Eko Hotel Convention Centre, where Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, Chairman, SIFAX Group was named Businessman of the Year

L-R: Olumuyiwa Akande, Group Head, Corporate Communications, SIFAX Group’ Adewale Adetayo, General Manager, SIFAX Logistics Company Limited; Capt. Ibraheem Olugbade, Executive Director, SIFAX Off Docks; Wunmi Eniola-Jegede, Executive Director, Business Development & Strategic Planning, SIFAX Group; Catherine Abuah, Group Head, Marketing, SIFAX Group; Mariam Afolabi, Executive Director, Compliance, SIFAX Group (representing the awardee- Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, Chairman, SIFAX Group); A guest- Qudus Badmus; Bode Ojeniyi, Group Executive Director, SIFAX Group; Chike Ogeah, Managing Director, Mac-Folly Hospitality, owners of the Lagos Marriott Hotel; Basil Agboarumi, Managing Director, SAHCO Plc and Oliver Omajuwa, General Manager, SIFAX Off Dock Terminals at the Vanguard Personality Award held at the Eko Hotel Convention Centre, where Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, Chairman, SIFAX Group was named Businessman of the Year.

Middle: Mohammed Bello-Koko, Managing Director, Nigerian Ports Authority, presenting the Vanguard Businessman of the Year Award to Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, Chairman, SIFAX Group who was represented by Mariam Afolabi, Executive Director, Compliance held at the Eko Hotel Convention Centre, Lagos. They are flanked by Qudus Badmus, a guest and Bovi Ugbomah, MC at the event.