Taiwo Awoniyi Wins Beyond the Pitch Award for Grassroots Football Support
Super Eagles and Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi has received the Beyond the Pitch Award at the 2026 Best of Africa Awards in London. The honour recognises his impact beyond football, including his support for community development, healthcare initiatives and youth empowerment in Nigeria. Awoniyi funds the Kwara Kiddies League, providing young footballers in Ilorin and nearby communities with organised competition, kits, equipment and prize support. He said he was grateful for the recognition and committed to using what he has been given to make a difference.
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