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8 Schools Vie For Glory In Maiden Monday Gift Girls Cup In Lagos

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1 year ago

November 14, 2023

Eight Secondary Schools are set to compete for glory at the highly anticipated Maiden Monday Gift Girls Cup 2023 on November 15 at the Obele Community High School Ground in Surulere, Lagos.

Sponsored by the remarkable Gift Monday, this tournament is not just about football; it’s a celebration of empowerment and talent.

The substantial N150,000 prize pool recognizes the champions, runners-up, and third-place winners, amplifying the competitive spirit.

Excitement peaks with cash prizes for the best player and highest goal scorer, enhancing the stakes of the competition.

Gift Nyakno Monday, a standout both on and off the field, goes beyond football prowess as a passionate advocate for empowering young girls in her community.

Beyond her stellar performances with UDG Tenerife and the Nigeria women’s national team, Gift has initiated the Monday Gift Girls (MGG) Championship.

This transformative program, spearheaded by Olasunkanmi A. Gbeleyi, Ph.D., targets girls aged 8 to 16, providing not just football training but also essential life skills.

The MGG Championship is not just a tournament; it’s a pathway to empowerment and success as Gift Nyakno Monday articulates, “I strive to give back to the girl child in my community, and this initiative will provide opportunities for more girls to excel through the combination of sport and education.”

The MGG Championship stands as a testament to the power of sports and education in shaping lives, with the ultimate goal of inspiring excellence across diverse fields.

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First edition of Kuje Football League will Promote Talent, Unity Among Residents – Organizer

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2 hours ago

May 9, 2025

The Gleamer

…As Competitions Kick Off on Sunday

By Joel Ajayi

In a bid to boost grassroots football, discover local talents, and foster unity among residents, the inaugural edition of the Kuje Football League is set to kick off on Sunday, May 10, 2025, at the Kuje Township Stadium and Funtaj School, both located in Kuje, Abuja.

Kuje, a prominent area in Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory, is hosting the league for the first time in its history.

The opening ceremony will begin at 3:00 PM on Sunday 10 participating teams will be slugging it out with 180 matches over the course of five months.

The winning team will receive a cash prize of ₦1.million, while the second and third-place teams will go home with ₦600,000 and ₦400,000 respectively.

Participating clubs include Holy Ghost FC, Royal Eni FC, Crown Tee FC, Homeboys FC, Cargo FC, Rondo FC, Amazing Grace FC, among others.
Speaking after the official press briefing on Thursday in Kuje, the Chairman of the Local Organizing Committee (LOC), Muhammed Momoh, reaffirmed the organizers’ commitment to using football as a unifying force for youth in the area.

“This competition isn’t just about football—it’s about discovering future stars and offering them a platform to grow professionally, both locally and internationally,” he said. “It’s also about bringing residents together to build a stronger, united community.”

Momoh highlighted the popularity of football in Kuje, saying, “On match days, you won’t find a single okada (motorcycle ) on the streets. That’s how much people here love football.

“We don’t have many recreational centers where families can unwind, so this league will give them something to look forward to on weekends. Instead of traveling to town—which is costly—they can stay within Kuje and enjoy quality football.”

He concluded by inviting residents to support the event: “We want to promise the people of Kuje an exciting and engaging football league that brings joy, relaxation, and unity to our community. Come to the Kuje field, enjoy the matches, and support your teams.”

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