Former Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN), is set to attend the final of the 2026 ITTF Africa Youth Cup in Accra, Ghana, as the event’s special guest.
Organisers of the continental table tennis championship announced that Fashola will grace the tournament’s closing ceremony, where Africa’s top young players will compete for the prestigious youth title and qualification opportunities for international competitions.
The 2026 ITTF Africa Youth Cup has brought together some of the continent’s most promising table tennis talents, with participants competing in the Under-15 and Under-19 categories. The tournament serves as one of the International Table Tennis Federation’s key developmental events aimed at nurturing the next generation of African stars.
Fashola’s presence at the final is expected to underscore the growing recognition of sports as a tool for youth development, leadership and continental integration. The former Lagos State governor has previously supported initiatives promoting youth empowerment and sports development in Nigeria.
The event has attracted officials of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF), the African Table Tennis Federation (ATTF), national federation representatives and sports administrators from across the continent.
According to the organisers, the championship has showcased the depth of emerging table tennis talent in Africa, with several young players delivering impressive performances throughout the competition.
The finalists are expected to battle for continental honours, while scouts and officials will monitor standout performers who could represent Africa at future global youth competitions.
The ITTF Africa Youth Cup remains one of the continent’s premier junior table tennis tournaments, providing a platform for young athletes to gain international exposure and improve their world rankings.
The tournament concludes with the finals in Accra, where champions in the various categories will be crowned before dignitaries, sports enthusiasts and officials from across Africa.
