Sports Industry Awards Nigeria Founder Ojeikere Aikhoje to Receive UNIBEN Alumni Award of Excellence Today

Written By: Blessing Umebali.

Renowned sports brand strategist, football business expert, media entrepreneur, and SuperSport analyst, Ojeikere Aikhoje, is set to receive the prestigious Award of Excellence from the University of Benin Alumni Association (UBAA), Lagos Branch, today, Saturday, June 13, 2026, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to sports development, media, and brand communications in Nigeria.

The award presentation will take place at the Sheba Centre, Lagos, as part of activities marking the 105th Council Meeting of the University of Benin Alumni Association Lagos Branch, which has brought together distinguished alumni, business leaders, professionals, and notable personalities from across the country.

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

He is the Founder of Sports Industry Awards Nigeria, Co-Founder of the League Bloggers Awards (LBA), Publisher of SportBusiness+Brand Magazine, and Chief Executive Officer of MatchRoom Sports and Media Limited. Through these platforms, he has consistently championed initiatives aimed at recognizing and celebrating 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 significant role in elevating the profile of Nigerian sports through strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, and innovative marketing initiatives.

Beyond his entrepreneurial ventures, he is a respected football analyst on SuperSport’s Naija Made programme, where he provides expert commentary and analysis on Nigerian and African football. His contributions have continued to shape discussions around football administration, sports commercialization, and industry growth.

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

Reacting ahead of the ceremony, Aikhoje described the recognition 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.

Aikhoje is also affiliated with several 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.

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

The recognition is expected to further highlight his enduring contributions to sports business, media development, and the advancement of the Nigerian sports sector.