He hinted that investing in sport is a collective responsibility and should not be left for the government alone

“To advance sports in the country, there is a need for more  private sector participation in addition to government intervention . LanreLeke Sports Academy  has young Nigerians in SS1 to SS3 taking courses in different sports.”

“Today is Independence Day and for us here at LanreLeke Sports Academy, we celebrate the day with an annual golf kitty. We have competitions here to bring out the best from our people, both the professionals and the amateurs. We also have the kitty refresher course for golfers to encourage bonding among golfers,” he added.

In the same vein, the proprietor’s wife and co-founder, Ugochukwu Adeleke, emphasized that this initiative, among others, is a way to give back to society. She added that the event was put in place to celebrate Nigeria’s Independence.

Also speaking at the event, the Former Governor of Osun State, Olagunsoye Oyinlola, lauded the organizers as well as the Proprietor of the academy and stated that establishing an institution of this nature is essential for nurturing and motivating future and aspiring athletes.

“We want to bring awareness to every Nigerian that there is a part to play in the promotion of sports in the country. No magic-wand will produce world stars but where there are facilities of this nature to groom our budding talents to represent us at world events so as to bring honour to our country. There is no magic to achieving success in sports other than what this academy is doing.”

“Today we have Sunday Olapade who is a renowned golfer in the world and first in Africa. If not what the likes of Chief Tunde Ponle and Adeleke are doing, no one knows that a world class sportsman can come from there,” Oyinlola asserted.

The Asiwaju Musulumi of Yoruba Land, Edo and Delta State, Olatunde Badmus  also felicitated with the organizers and enjoined other private sector to key into the project.

The event which was attended by well-meaning citizens from all walks of life, also featured several games and the presentation of meritorious awards to distinguished golfers and athletes.