A delegation from Chelsea F.C., on Sunday, paid a courtesy visit to Oba Saheed Ademola Elegushi at his palace in Lagos.
The visit featured former Super Eagles star and ex-Chelsea player, Victor Moses, who played a prominent role in the delegation.
Oba Elegushi warmly received the visitors, describing the engagement as a positive moment for football, culture and international collaboration.
The monarch also highlighted the importance of strengthening ties between global football institutions and local communities in Nigeria.
The visit reflects Chelseaโs continued engagement with Nigerian football figures and traditional institutions, underscoring the clubโs strong fan base and influence in the country.
He said, โToday, I hosted a delegation from Chelsea Football Club, UK #chelseafc which also included our ex-international, Victor Moses #victormoses, accompanied by Chelsea Fans club, Nigeria.
โI am honoured by the visit and I use the opportunity to inform the Chelsea team to support our local clubs and football academies, exploring partnerships that will benefit of our teeming youths who want to play football.
โI thank them for the visit and wish them a memorable time in the centre of excellence.โ
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