Nestlé Nigeria Plc has officially unveiled the twelve finalist schools set to clash for national honours at the grand finale of the 26th MILO School Basketball Championship, following months of intense competition involving more than 13,000 secondary schools across the country.
The championship, which has steadily grown since its inception in 1999 from fewer than 500 participating schools to a massive national platform, will culminate in its National Finals on 2 July 2026 at the Indoor Sports Hall of the National Stadium in Surulere, Lagos. Six boys’ teams and six girls’ teams will battle for the coveted trophies after qualifying through several conference games.
Speaking on the grand vision behind the long-running grassroots initiative, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Nestlé Nigeria Plc, Wassim Elhusseini, emphasised that the corporate giant views sports as an essential tool for character development.
Represented by the company’s Commercial Director, Boladale Odunlami, Elhusseini said, “We know that the future of any nation is shaped by the confidence, character and opportunities we provide to its young people today. Beyond academic knowledge, young people need opportunities to develop important life skills such as teamwork, resilience, leadership, and the ability to overcome challenges and lead with confidence.
