Egbin Power Plc has strengthened social cohesion and youth engagement across its host communities through sustained investment in youth-centred social programmes, reaffirming its commitment to inclusive growth and sustainable development.
The power generation company said its Personal Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives were designed to unite neighbouring communities, empower young people and build enduring relationships anchored on shared values and mutual respect.
A key pillar of the initiative is Egbin Power’s annual football tournament for host communities, which has grown into a flagship programme for youth development and positive engagement.
Now in its fourth edition, the competition has continued to serve as a unifying platform that promotes interaction, discipline and teamwork among young people drawn from adjoining communities.
The final match, held at the Egbin Power sports field, saw Alanu-Omo FC defeat Dragon Ipakan FC 1–0 in a tightly contested encounter, bringing weeks of spirited competition to a close. The tournament was marked by high levels of sportsmanship, camaraderie and respect for fair play.
Speaking on the significance of the programme, the Head of Corporate Communications and Branding at Egbin Power, Felix Ofulue, described the initiative as a deliberate investment in people and community cohesion.
“At Egbin Power, we are deeply passionate about initiatives that bring people together and create lasting value. This programme has grown into a platform for nurturing talent, engaging young people constructively, and strengthening bonds across communities,” he said.
Ofulue added that beyond recreation, the tournament instilled vital life skills such as leadership, discipline, teamwork and resilience, noting that the company intended to further evolve the initiative as a unifying force while reinforcing its image as a responsible, people-centred organisation.
Captain of the winning team, Alanu-Omo FC, Samad Ojikutu, commended Egbin Power for its consistency in promoting youth empowerment within host communities.
“This is a programme we always look forward to. Winning is exciting, but what matters most is the unity we experience as a team and as a community. It shows that we can achieve much more when we work together,” he said.
The competition featured 16 teams from host communities, with participants displaying both competitive spirit and respect for one another.
At the end of the tournament, Alanu-Omo FC emerged champions and received a cash prize of ₦1m, while the runners-up and third-place teams went home with ₦700,000 and ₦500,000 respectively.
The event also attracted community leaders and stakeholders, who praised the initiative for its positive social impact. A community leader and retired Grade 1 referee, Prince Samson Ekundayo, described the programme as timely and impactful.
“Programmes like this are critical for community development. They give young people the opportunity to showcase their talents while learning the values of cooperation, discipline and respect,” he said.
Egbin Power reiterated that youth-focused initiatives remained central to its approach to inclusion, empowerment and sustainable community relations, stressing that deliberate investment in social cohesion was essential for building trust and delivering long-term shared value.
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