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President’s Cup: FCT FA Congratulates FWC FC, Naija Ratels, Urges Teams to Make FCT Proud
The Chairman of the Federal Capital Territory Football Association (FCT FA), Alhaji Adam Mouktar Mohammed, has congratulated Family Worship FC and Naija Ratels FC on their victories in the 2025 edition of the President’s Cup.
On Saturday evening at the Area 3 FIFA Goal Project pitch in the heart of Abuja, Family Worship Champions (FWC) FC triumphed over EFCC FC 4-3 via penalties claiming the 2025 FCT President’s Cup title.
In the women’s category, Naija Ratels FC defeated N-Youth Ladies Football Academy 6-0 in the final. Both teams earned a ticket to the upcoming National President’s Cup.
Family Worship FC and EFCC FC will represent FCT in the men’s category, while Naija Ratels FC and N-Youth Ladies Football Academy will represent FCT in the women’s category at the Round of 64 of the 2025 National President’s Cup, which is set to commence nationwide.
In his congratulatory message, FCT FA Chairman Alhaji Adam Mouktar expressed his satisfaction with the teams’ efforts. He urged them to leave no stone unturned in ensuring they make FCT proud as they face teams from other parts of the country in the Round of 64.
Alhaji Mouktar commended the extraordinary fighting spirit of all the teams, particularly the finalists, who went the extra mile to secure their spots in the Round of 64 of the 2025 President’s Cup.
“The Nigerian football community, especially here in the FCT is very proud of their accomplishments. We congratulate the management of FWC, Naija Ratels, EFCC, and N-Youth Ladies Football Academy for the remarkable progress of their teams,” he said.
“Go to the Round of 64 and make FCT proud! We will be giving you the support you need in every way possible. Let’s go and fight with our football artistry, and we believe that we can succeed. I charge you to remain disciplined and committed.”
The FCT FA Chairman also praised the fans who turned out in large numbers to support their teams, describing their backing as unparalleled.
It is worth noting that the 2025 FCT President Federation Cup began on February 3 and concluded on February 22 at the Area 3 football pitch in Abuja.
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Team Nigeria Jets to Cairo for 11th World Para Powerlifting Championships
Joel Ajayi
Excitement is high as Team Nigeria’s para powerlifting contingent departed Nigeria on Tuesday, October 7, for the 11th World Para Powerlifting Championships set to take place in Cairo, Egypt, from October 9 to 18, 2025.
The milestone event marks the first-ever World Championships to be hosted on African soil, symbolizing a new era for the sport on the continent.
The first batch of Team Nigeria athletes left the country on Tuesday amid cheers and well-wishes from officials, fans, and supporters.
The second batch of the contingent is scheduled to depart tomorrow, October 8, from Lagos, completing the full team that will represent the nation at this landmark competition.
Speaking ahead of the departure, officials expressed confidence in the team’s readiness and determination to uphold Nigeria’s longstanding reputation as a force to be reckoned with, in global para powerlifting.
The National Sports Commission (NSC) reaffirmed its full support for the athletes, emphasizing the government’s commitment to promoting inclusivity and excellence in sports.
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