Buruj Sports Academy Extends Contract With Teen Attacker, Obiora Jacob Iyida

The extension secures Obiora’s continued development at the Academy as he balances secondary school education with elite football training.

A native of Enugu State, Obiora joined Buruj Sports Academy as an SS1 Commercial Class student. Since then, he has demonstrated exceptional dedication, discipline, and steady development both in the classroom and on the pitch.

Following the contract extension, Obiora will progress from SS1 to SS2 in the next academic session while continuing to benefit from the Academy’s structured Football and Education Programme.

“Obiora represents the values we teach at Buruj — hard work, discipline, and focus on both books and football,” the Academy said.

Coaches describe Obiora as one of the Academy’s brightest attacking prospects. He has earned recognition for his pace, creativity, and goal-scoring ability, and has become a consistent performer in training and matches.

His impressive performances have also earned him international recognition. Obiora is among the players whose United Kingdom (UK) visa and travel documents have been approved for the upcoming UK Football Summer Camp. The trip will give him valuable international training and exposure with coaches and players abroad.

With ambition firmly set on representing Nigeria, Obiora is targeting a Nigeria U-15 National Team call-up as he continues to work towards his football dreams.

Buruj Sports Academy reaffirmed its commitment to support him through quality coaching, academic guidance, and opportunities for exposure at home and abroad.

Everyone at Buruj Sports Academy congratulated Obiora Jacob Iyida on the contract extension and wished him continued success in his education, football career, and forthcoming UK football experience.

“Congratulations, Obiora! Your hard work continues to open new opportunities. We wish you every success on your journey,” the Academy stated.

Buruj Sports Academy runs a Football and Education Programme that integrates secondary school learning with professional football training. The model aims to produce disciplined, educated, and technically sound players ready for opportunities at club level and with the national teams.