For lovers of good football across the globe, especially in Nigeria, there is exciting news from Ososa Ijebu in Ogun State as one of the country’s fast-rising football academies, Kiraa Football Academy, has embarked on the construction of a world-class stadium that promises to change the face of grassroots football development.
The ambitious project, spearheaded by the energetic businessman and visionary sports enthusiast, Oluwasegun Franklin, officially kicked off in August 2025 along the Ijebu-Ode/Benin Road in Ososa. Sitting on seven acres of land, the stadium is set to become one of the most iconic sporting facilities in the region, with a capacity to accommodate thousands of passionate football fans.
But this project goes beyond just football matches. The facility will serve as a hub for diverse sporting activities across Nigeria, positioning Ososa Ijebu as a new sports destination. More importantly, it will house the Kiraa Football Academy players, from the under-10 category up to senior level, giving young talents a permanent home where they can nurture their dreams in a professional environment.
According to Franklin, the vision is to create a platform where young Nigerian talents can thrive and compete on both local and international levels, while also contributing to community development and sports tourism. The stadium, when completed within the next three years, is expected to attract football lovers, scouts, and investors, further boosting economic activities in the host community.
“This project is not just about football; it is about building a future for our youths, providing opportunities, and putting Ososa Ijebu on the global sports map,” Franklin emphasized.
With its scale and ambition, the Kiraa Football Academy stadium project is already attracting attention from sports stakeholders, philanthropists, and football lovers at home and abroad. It is a golden opportunity for meaningful Nigerians and corporate bodies to associate their names with a legacy that will inspire generations and transform grassroots sports in the country.
As the bulldozers continue to roar on-site, one thing is clear: the dream of raising Nigeria’s next football superstars is steadily taking shape in Ososa Ijebu.
It will also interest you to know that this stadium is situated in Ososa, a historic town renowned as the birthplace of Nigeria’s theater industry, pioneered by the late doyen of theater, Hubert Ogunde. The community is equally notable as the production hub of Bigi Beverages. With the construction of Kiraa Football Academy’s stadium, Ososa is set to emerge as a force to reckon with in Ogun State.
