A new football academy, CampGee Football Academy, has been officially launched in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, with a focus on discovering and developing young football talents.
The academy announced its establishment in a statement on Saturday, September 19, 2026, saying it was created to provide young players with the right environment to improve and pursue careers in football.
CampGee Football Academy said its development programme will cover the technical, tactical, physical, emotional and psychological aspects of the game, both on and off the pitch.
Based in Uyo, the academy said it will provide opportunities for young footballers to train, compete and develop their abilities in a professional environment.
The academy also said it has assembled experienced coaches and backroom staff with expertise in areas including medical care and psychology to support the players’ development.
According to the statement, CampGee’s vision goes beyond football, as it also aims to raise disciplined, confident and responsible young people with the character and mindset needed for success in football and life.
The academy said it hopes to contribute to grassroots football development in Nigeria by creating opportunities for young players and helping them build their careers.
Meanwhile, eSporty reports that CampGee Football Academy will participate in the NLO Playoffs in Umuahia, Abia State.
The playoffs are scheduled to begin on Monday, September 21, 2026, giving the newly established academy an early opportunity to test its players against other teams.
With its launch and participation in the NLO Playoffs, CampGee Football Academy is set to begin its journey in Nigerian football.
PRESS STATEMENT
CAMPGEE FOOTBALL ACADEMY IS BORN
We are delighted to officially announce the birth of CampGee Football Academy, a football academy established with a clear purpose: to discover deserving football talents and provide them with the right environment to grow and reach their full potential.
CampGee Football Academy exists to give young players a structured pathway to develop technically, tactically, physically, emotionally and psychologically both on and off the pitch.
Based in Akwa Ibom State, in the serene and sports-friendly atmosphere of the capital city, Uyo, the Academy is committed to creating opportunities for young footballers to learn, compete, improve and pursue their dreams in a professional environment.
Our team of coaches is vastly experienced and carefully selected to guide, train and develop players, helping them understand the demands of modern football while nurturing their individual abilities.
Our back room staff are men and women of proven track record, tried and tested in different fields, such as medical, psychology etc.
Our vision goes beyond football. We believe in developing disciplined, confident and responsible young people while helping them build the skills, character and the resilient mindset needed for a successful future in the game and in life.
We look forward to contributing our quota in building the youth, creating value and contributing holistically in grassroots football development in Nigeria.
That is why CampGee Football Academy is born.
Signed:
Management
CampGee Football Academy
