Drogba, Eto’o, Others To Storm Abuja For Attom Charity Match

Legendary footballer players like Didier Drogba, Emmanuel Adebayor, Samuel Eto’o and Emmanuel Eboue are set to storm the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja for a charity match.

According to the organisers, Attom Foundation, some other retired players such as Austin “Jay-Jay” Okocha and Nwankwo Kanu will also feature in the Charity Champions’ Cup match scheduled for June 15, 2024.

The organisers at a press conference in Lekki, Lagos said that the match will be used to raise funds for charity initiatives in Nigeria.

The charity match will take place at the Moshood Kashimawo Abiola (MKO) National Stadium in Abuja with the maiden event organised to help people who are visually impaired and the target is to provide treatment for more than 10,000 Nigerians.

Yahaya Attom who is the founder of Attom Foundation told newsmen at the press conference that he decided to set up the foundation so as to contribute his quota in catering for the less privileged in the society.

“The Charity Champions’ Cup stands as a testament to making a difference. This initiative embodies the essence of our foundation, uniting legendary footballers, celebrities and individuals from all walks of life to tackle a critical healthcare need which is eye care for the elderly in Nigeria,” Attom said.

“Already, the foundation has acquired four mobile eye clinics with plans to have at least one in each of the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.

“This is a thrilling project for us. We are grateful for the support we have received so far. There is still work to be done but we are confident that we will achieve our goal.”