For many people, engineering and football scouting belong to two completely different worlds.
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One is built on calculations, transformers, and technical precision; the other thrives on talent identification, dreams, and the unpredictable beauty of the game.
Yet for Engineer Ezeilo Hilary Ogochukwu, both worlds have become part of a remarkable journey driven by one thing, passion.
As the Director of Hil-Ten Engineering Services, Ezeilo built a successful career in electrical engineering, specializing in electrical installations, overhead lines, and transformer installations.
But beyond the business meetings, project sites, and technical drawings, there was always another calling close to his heart. Football.
Growing up, Ezeilo understood the struggles faced by talented young players in Nigeria. Like many gifted footballers of his generation, he never had the opportunities that many young players enjoy today.
“My experience as a player was a heavy one,” he recalled. “We never got the opportunity to reach the international professional level.”
That experience would later become the motivation behind a mission that is changing lives.
What started as organizing grassroots football competitions in his neighborhood gradually evolved into something much bigger.
Through unity tournaments, he brought young boys together, creating a platform where they could showcase their abilities while competing for prizes.
But two years ago, he decided to take things a step further.
“I wanted to change the game,” Ezeilo said. “Instead of just organizing tournaments, I wanted the best players to have opportunities to continue their football journey.”
That decision marked the beginning of his transition from engineer to football scout.
The turning point came when he met Coach Felix Ifeanyi Nwosu, popularly known as Abacha, who was working with Rangers International’s U-19 team at the time.
Their partnership opened a new chapter.
“For the love of the game, I am giving opportunities to these young boys,” Ezeilo explained.
“Coach Felix has been a great help ever since I met him.”
Since then, he has scouted more than 20 players for Rangers U-19, helping talented youngsters move closer to achieving their dreams.
The sacrifices have been enormous.
