In a groundbreaking development for African sports, Valentine Ozigbo, Chairman of Feet ‘N’ Tricks, has been appointed as the inaugural Non-Executive Director and African leader on the Board of the World Freestyle Football Association (WFFA).This historic appointment was disclosed by Steve Elias, Co-Founder and President of WFFA, and Daniel Wood, Co-Founder and Secretary-General of WFFA, during the World Freestyle Football Championship on Saturday, November 25, 2023, at Bomas of Kenya, Nairobi, Kenya.
Valentine Ozigbo, a globally recognized CEO and politician, renowned for his multi-award-winning accomplishments, has been a driving force in promoting freestyle football across Africa.
As the Founder and Chairman of Feet ‘N’ Tricks, the continent's leading promoter of the sport, Ozigbo has been instrumental in hosting major events, including the Nigerian Freestyle Football Championship and the African Freestyle Football Championship. Under his leadership, Feet ‘N’ Tricks supported the hosting of the first-ever world championship in Africa, alongside the Home Boyz of Kenya and the WFFA.
Ozigbo's recent role in hosting the Freestyle Connect Africa 2023, a continental championship in Egypt, further solidifies his commitment to the sport. The event highlighted not only the sporting talents but also the cultural unity and richness of the African continent.
This appointment is considered a significant stride in recognizing and advancing the growth of freestyle football in Africa. Ozigbo's extensive experience as the immediate past President and Group CEO of Transcorp Plc, along with his contributions as a business leader, philanthropist, and tech visionary, is expected to bring a unique perspective to the WFFA Board.
The WFFA, as the global governing body, is responsible for organizing global championships and standardizing the rules of the sport. With Ozigbo's appointment, the WFFA aims to broaden its global footprint and provide an expanded platform for athletes to showcase their skills internationally.