The third edition of the Walking Football for Parkinson’s Disease Tournament is set to take place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the Eagle Club, 96 Adeniran Ogunsanya Street, Surulere, Lagos. The event aims to raise awareness about Parkinson’s Disease and promote advocacy through sport.

The tournament, kicking off at 9:00 a.m., is jointly organised by Parkinson’s Africa and the Adewunmi Desalu Parkinson’s Foundation (ADPF). Over 400 participants are expected, including people living with Parkinson’s, caregivers, healthcare professionals, advocates, corporate teams, and football enthusiasts.

Walking football, a slower, low-impact version of the sport, will be used to highlight the benefits of physical activity and social connection in managing Parkinson’s Disease—a progressive neurological condition that affects movement, coordination, and balance.

Mrs. Omotola Thomas, founder of Parkinson’s Africa, emphasized that the tournament is more than just competition:

“Walking football is not just a tournament, it is a celebration of resilience, camaraderie, and the joy of staying active, especially for those living with Parkinson’s. The excitement and participation we see among our Parkinson’s warriors during the tournament and monthly walking football block sessions at the ADPF Centre show that life with Parkinson’s can still be active, purposeful, and joyful.”

The one-day event will feature friendly matches between registered teams, awareness sessions where participants and caregivers share personal stories, and community-building activities with music, entertainment, and fun for all ages.

The organisers also noted the tournament provides an opportunity for corporate organisations to support a social cause that promotes health, dignity, and inclusion while gaining visibility among a diverse audience.

Both Parkinson’s Africa and the ADPF reaffirmed their commitment to building a society where individuals living with Parkinson’s can move freely, access care, and thrive without stigma.