As part of its commitment to youth empowerment and community development, Kavod Relief Initiative has launched a dynamic one-day outreach programme titled “Goals for Good.” Held in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), the initiative used football as a powerful tool to reach, inspire, and uplift adolescent boys — promoting inclusion, unity, and a sense of purpose through sport.
The event brought together youth football teams, families, and community stakeholders, sparking meaningful conversations around issues affecting adolescents in Nigeria. It also served as a platform to introduce Kavod Relief’s strategic focus on protection, education, adolescent health and well-being, gender and social inclusion, and youth governance.
Adding a personal and heartfelt touch, the event doubled as a surprise birthday celebration for the organisation’s founder, Mr. Ransomed Kelechi Chibueze, whose passion for service and youth development inspired the vision behind Kavod Relief.
Speaking at the event, Mr. Chibueze, who also serves as Chief Servant, said:
“Kavod Relief was born from a place of service. After over a decade of working in the development sector, I’ve seen how adolescents are often overlooked. That’s why inclusion is at the heart of our mission — to protect, educate, empower, and give every adolescent a platform to thrive.”
He further emphasised the organisation’s five programme pillars: Protection and Safeguarding, Education and Learning, Adolescent Health and Well-being, Gender and Social Inclusion, and Adolescent Rights and Governance. He also highlighted the power of sports in transforming lives, saying it not only nurtures talent but also promotes peace, unity, and resilience within communities.
Joining the celebration was Angela Ejeme, founder of Oakbridge Foundation, who expressed her delight at the opportunity:
“We’re honoured to be part of today’s outreach. Our pupils were excited to participate — it was challenging, but they gave it their all. Watching them play was truly inspiring.”
Two teams participated in the charity match: a team of ten pupils from Oakbridge Foundation, which offers free education to out-of-school children, and Sweetheart Life FC, a grassroots football club that combines sports and education to support underserved youth.
The match ended with a celebration of effort and impact. Sweetheart Life FC, winners of the match, received a prize of ₦300,000, while Oakbridge Foundation was awarded ₦200,000. More than just a game, the event embodied the spirit of community, purpose, and partnership.
“It wasn’t just about football,” Ejeme added. “It was about giving children a chance to shine and showing them they have a role to play in shaping a better world.”
