SuperSport's Expert Analyst, Ojeikere Aikhoje, receives recognition for Sports Industry development

 






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Renowned sports brand strategist, football business expert, and media entrepreneur, Ojeikere Aikhoje, is set to receive the prestigious Award of Excellence from the University of Benin Alumni Association (UBAA), Lagos Branch, in recognition of his remarkable contributions to sports development, sports media, and brand communications in Nigeria.

Aikhoje, a distinguished alumnus of the University of Benin, has built an impressive reputation within Nigeria’s sports industry through years of innovation, strategic leadership, and commitment to promoting excellence in football and sports business.

He is the Founder of Sports Industry Awards Nigeria, Co-Founder of the League Bloggers Awards (LBA), and Chief Executive Officer of MatchRoom Sports and Media Limited.

Through these platforms, he has consistently championed initiatives aimed at recognizing outstanding achievements across the Nigerian sports ecosystem.

Widely respected for his expertise in sports branding, public relations, and football business development, Aikhoje has played a key role in elevating the profile of Nigerian sports through strategic media engagement, stakeholder collaborations, and innovative sports marketing campaigns.

Beyond his entrepreneurial ventures, he is also a respected football analyst on SuperSport’s NaijaMade programme, where he provides informed analysis and commentary on Nigerian and African football.

His contributions to sports conversations have continued to shape discussions around football administration, sports commercialization, and industry growth in Nigeria.

Aikhoje is also affiliated with several respected professional and social organizations, including the Brand Journalists Association of Nigeria (BJAN), Football Coaches Association of African Nations, Lagos Country Club, Ikeja, and Ikoyi Club 1938.

According to the University of Benin Alumni Association, Lagos Branch, the Award of Excellence is reserved for distinguished alumni who have demonstrated exceptional professional achievements and contributed meaningfully to national development and society.

Reacting to the recognition, Aikhoje described the honour as both humbling and inspiring.

“This recognition is deeply humbling and inspiring. As an alumnus of the University of Benin, I am proud to be associated with an institution that has produced exceptional leaders and professionals across various sectors. I dedicate this award to my family and everyone who has supported my journey in sports, media, and brand communications over the years,” he said.

With decades of experience spanning sports branding, media strategy, public relations, stakeholder engagement, and football administration, Aikhoje has remained a strong advocate for excellence and professionalism within the Nigerian sports industry.

Through the Sports Industry Awards Nigeria and the League Bloggers Awards, he has helped spotlight the achievements of athletes, clubs, administrators, sponsors, journalists, and other stakeholders whose contributions continue to drive the growth of sports in the country.

The award ceremony is scheduled to hold on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the Sheba Centre in Lagos and is expected to attract distinguished alumni, business leaders, professionals, and notable personalities from different sectors.

The event forms part of activities lined up for the hosting of the 105th Council Meeting of the University of Benin Alumni Association Lagos Branch, slated for June 11 to 13, 2026.

Aikhoje is a Lagos-based sports brand and communications strategist, sports business consultant, media entrepreneur, and football industry analyst.

He is the Founder of Sports Industry Awards Nigeria, Co-Founder of the League Bloggers Awards, Publisher of SportBusiness+Brand Magazine, and Chief Executive Officer of MatchRoom Sports and Media Limited.

Aikhoje’s professional work cuts across sports marketing, media strategy, public relations, digital communications, stakeholder engagement, and football business development, making him one of the respected voices in Nigeria’s sports business landscape.

He is also associated with the Brand Journalists Association of Nigeria (BJAN), Football Coaches Association of African Nations, Lagos Country Club, Ikeja, and Ikoyi Club 1938.




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