Mr. Abraham Santhosh, an inspirational, dynamic, and creative entrepreneur, and the Managing Director of the ALZICO GROUP (ATLAS), is beaming with joy following his decoration with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Badagry Divisional Football Association (BDFA). He has also been named one of the Association’s Ambassadors.
This prestigious award will be officially presented to him at the finals of the BDFA-RAK Tournament, which will be held at Badagry Grammar School Sports Pitch, Badagry, on 15th June 2025.
Mr. Santhosh is well-known for his innovative leadership and unwavering passion for football development at the grassroots level. For the past 13 years, he has been a strong supporter of the division, playing a crucial role in promoting and nurturing football talents through the ATLAS CUP.
The ATLAS CUP, which has run annually from 2010 to 2024, has become a cornerstone football development program within the Badagry Division. Over 25,000 football players across Lagos State have benefited immensely from the initiative. More than 64 football clubs — including male, female, and Under-13/15 categories — have received free sets of jerseys and other essential support.
According to Dr. Osondu Martins Ibegbu, Chairman of the BDFA, this Lifetime Achievement Award is a well-deserved honor. He expressed heartfelt appreciation to Mr. Santhosh for his unwavering support to the Badagry Division and Lagos State at large, through football.
Our youth are no longer on the streets committing crimes and engaging in social vices. For 13 consecutive years, the ATLAS CUP has kept them meaningfully engaged. All thanks to Mr. Abraham and his company, ATLAS. This title is a powerful acknowledgment of his tireless efforts to uplift the game in Badagry. Youth engagement has soared, and the division has gained more national attention because of individuals like Abraham Santhosh who have stood by us,” said Dr. Osondu.
On behalf of the Board, Coaches, Referees, Club Owners, and the passionate Players of the Badagry Divisional Football Association, we say a resounding thank you to Mr. Abraham Santhosh for his consistent support and dedication to the vision of the BDFA.
