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SADA FOOTBALL CUP 2025

Sensitization Against Drug Abuse & HIV/AIDS

in partnership with Federal Ministry of Youth Development, National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) and National Drug Law Enforcementn Agency (NDLEA)

From 17th – 19th October 2025, Abuja witnessed more than just football.

The SADA Football Cup 2025, organized by Young Entrepreneurs Summit Africa (YESA) in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA), and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), successfully combined sports, health awareness, and youth empowerment into one unforgettable weekend.

20 Football Teams Competed

• 200+ registered players
• 3 days of high-energy 5-aside matches
• Competitive, disciplined, and drug-free gameplay

Free Drug & HIV Testing Conducted

• Hundreds of voluntary tests carried out
• Professional health officials on ground
• Confidential counseling and guidance provided

Drug & HIV Sensitization Sessions

• Daily awareness talks during match intervals
• Educational materials distributed
• Youth engagement through interactive sessions

Entertainment & Community Engagement

• Live music performances • Cup presentation ceremony
• Award celebrations
• Media coverage and nationwide awareness

🚫 100% NO-DRUG POLICY ENFORCED

The tournament strictly implemented a pre-match drug testing policy for all players and coaches.
This policy reinforced our commitment to:
• Fair play
• Healthy competition
• Responsible youth culture
• Zero tolerance for illicit substances
SADA Football Cup 2025 proved that sports can thrive without drug influence.

📊 OUR IMPACT

✔ Engaged over 200 young footballers directly
✔ Reached thousands through live spectators and media coverage
✔ Promoted drug-free lifestyle awareness
✔ Increased HIV awareness and testing participation
✔ Strengthened partnerships between sports, health, and youth development sectors This was more than a tournament — it was a movement.

EVENT GALLERY

APPRECIATION

We sincerely appreciate: Our government partners Health officials and volunteers Sponsors and supporters Participating teams and coaches Media partners The Abuja community Your support made this initiative a resounding success.