Our Programs & Services
The Ministry of Sports and Youth Development offers comprehensive programs including talent identification, capacity-building training, sports infrastructure development, youth empowerment, and grassroots sports development to foster sporting excellence in Imo State.
Our Services
The Ministry of Sports and Youth Development provides comprehensive sports development, youth empowerment, and talent nurturing programs to build a dynamic generation of champions in Imo State.
Capacity-Building & Training Programs
Hosted a "Teaching the Teachers for Students Development" seminar to empower School Games Masters across secondary schools in Imo State. This initiative strengthens grassroots sports delivery.
- School Games Masters empowerment seminars
- Grassroots sports delivery training
- Secondary school sports development
Talent Identification & Football Scouting
Organized a 3-day football scouting programme at Dan Anyiam Stadium with European club officials to discover promising young players for local and international careers.
- Football scouting programmes with European clubs
- Young talent identification and development
- Local and international career pathways
Sports Academy Planning
Plans are underway to establish a state sports academy for systematic talent identification and training to develop the next generation of sporting champions.
- State sports academy establishment
- Systematic talent identification programs
- Professional training and development
Grassroots Development & Partnerships
Partnered with Ex‑Iwuanyanwu National (Heartland FC alumni) for youth football development and entry pathways to create opportunities for young athletes.
- Partnership with Heartland FC alumni
- Youth football development programs
- Career entry pathways for young athletes
Mini-Football Promotion & Integration
Endorsed mini-football and partnered with the Imo State Mini Football Association to promote and integrate the sport in local programs across the state.
- Mini-football endorsement and promotion
- Partnership with Mini Football Association
- Integration into local youth programs