The Founder and President of Chekas United FC, Hon. Chekwube Uzoegbo, has been honoured with the prestigious Sports Industry Trailblazer of the Year 2026 award by Eminent Magazine in recognition of his outstanding contributions to football development, youth empowerment, and grassroots sports in Nigeria.
The colourful award ceremony was held at the Colonades Marquee, Ikoyi, Lagos, where distinguished personalities from different sectors gathered to celebrate individuals who have made remarkable impacts in their respective fields.
According to the award citation, the honour was bestowed on Hon. Uzoegbo in recognition of his visionary leadership, resilience, unwavering commitment to sports development, and sustained investment in grassroots football through Chekas United FC. His passion for nurturing young talents and creating opportunities for aspiring footballers has continued to inspire many while contributing significantly to the growth of the sports industry.
Receiving the award, Hon. Uzoegbo dedicated the recognition to the entire Chekas United FC family, acknowledging the management, coaching crew, players, supporters, and partners whose loyalty and commitment have been instrumental in the club’s journey.
“This award is not mine alone. It belongs to every member of the Chekas United FC family who has believed in our vision and worked tirelessly to make it a reality. Your support, sacrifices, and dedication continue to inspire me to do more for football and humanity,” he said.
Chekas United FC has continued to establish itself as one of the leading platforms for grassroots football development, providing young players with opportunities to showcase their talents while promoting discipline, excellence, and community development through sports.
The recognition further reinforces Hon. Chekwube Uzoegbo’s growing reputation as one of the leading advocates for grassroots football and youth development in Nigeria, with many describing the award as a well-deserved honour for years of selfless service to the game.
The management, players, and supporters of Chekas United FC have congratulated their founder on the achievement, expressing confidence that the recognition will inspire even greater milestones for the club and the wider sports community.