Renowned sports administrator and football development advocate, Amos Ado, has extended warm congratulations to Olushola Ogunnowo following his conferment with an honorary Doctorate Degree by the African Performance Leadership Academy (APLA), an affiliate of the Georgia-based KIMT University, USA.
Ogunnowo was awarded the Doctor of Sports Development and Management (D.SDM. Honoris Causa) in recognition of his exceptional contributions to public service and his outstanding role in the growth and development of grassroots football across Nigeria. The prestigious honour underscores years of dedicated service to football administration, talent development, and institutional strengthening within the Nigerian football ecosystem.
In his congratulatory message, Amos Ado described the award as well-deserved, noting that Ogunnowo’s commitment to grassroots football and league development has continued to yield positive impacts nationwide.
“This honour is a fitting recognition of Olushola Ogunnowo’s tireless efforts, professionalism, and passion for football development. His work at the grassroots level and within the league structure has helped reposition the game and provide opportunities for young talents,” Ado stated.
Ado further emphasized that the recognition serves not only as a personal milestone for Ogunnowo but also as encouragement for administrators who remain committed to sustainable sports development in Nigeria.
As a leading figure in the Nigerian Nationwide League One (NLO), Ogunnowo has played a pivotal role in strengthening the league’s operations, expanding participation, and promoting transparency and professionalism. Reacting to the honour, Ogunnowo expressed deep gratitude to the awarding institution and stakeholders within the Nigerian football community.
“I embrace this recognition with profound appreciation and remain committed to my contributions to developing football from the grassroots to the highest levels,” Ogunnowo said.
“This accolade will fuel my determination to continually strive for excellence.”
He added that the honour further motivates him to elevate the Nigerian League One (NLO) brand, enhance youth development frameworks, and contribute meaningfully to national sports policy and administration.
Meanwhile, in pursuit of advanced academic excellence, Ogunnowo is also on the verge of completing his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Sports Management at Lagos State University (LASU)—a testament to his blend of practical experience and scholarly engagement in sports administration.
The honorary doctorate has been widely celebrated within sports circles, with many stakeholders describing it as a landmark achievement that reflects Ogunnowo’s enduring legacy in Nigerian football development and his unwavering commitment to excellence, education, and service.
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