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Abuja Set for Corporate Warfare as Top PFAs Chase Bragging Rights at the 2025 Pension Fund Administrators Games

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12 months ago

November 15, 2025

Cyril Ogar

The race for prestige, pride, and corporate supremacy is back — and this time, it’s bigger. No fewer than ten top Pension Fund Administrators (PFAs) will compete in the 2025 PFA Games, scheduled to ignite Abuja from Tuesday, November 25 to Saturday, November 29, 2025.

Over five electrifying days, athletes will square off in Football (7/9-a-side), Co-Ed Volleyball, Table Tennis, Snooker, Scrabble, Chess, Team-Bonding Activities, and eSports (FIFA) — a full-scale showcase of physical grit, mental sharpness, and team spirit.

At today’s draw ceremony, organisers reiterated strict rules: no NYSC Corps members or interns will be allowed to participate. Staff verification will be carried out via RSA PIN to ensure integrity across all events.

Speaking at the event, Promise Onyedikachi Moses, Executive Assistant at Turf Arena Sports Centre (TASC), said the 2025 edition is designed to raise the bar.

“The camaraderie and family atmosphere at the last edition were beautiful. This year, we’re adding new twists to make the games more competitive, engaging, and memorable.”

From the contenders’ corner, confidence is already running high.

Trustfund Pension’s Mr. Modestus Amaefule, champions in 2023, made their intentions clear:

“We’re here to reclaim the title. With our preparation and management support, we are the team to beat.”

But they face stiff resistance from FCMB Pension, the reigning champions and two-time winners (2022 & 2024). Representing them, Mr. Isah Kabir Umar said:

“We’re not relinquishing the title. We remain relentless, focused, and far from complacent.”

The challenge is also coming from PenCom, whose representative, Mr. Najib Shehu, boldly declared:

“To win, we must beat everyone — and we’re ready. Our staff made sacrifices to be here, not to make up the numbers but to compete fiercely.”

FCMB Pension won the 2024 edition after a dramatic five-day battle in Abuja. With rivalries renewed and ambitions soaring, the 2025 PFA Games are shaping up to be the most intense edition yet.

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Lagos Women Run: Excitement Builds Ahead of Saturday’s TBS Race

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19 hours ago

November 10, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

Participants from different walks of life are eagerly looking forward to the Lagos Women Run scheduled for Saturday, November 14, at the Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos.

The participants have expressed excitement about the opportunities and experiences the annual event promises to offer.

Our correspondent reports that, in addition to runners from within Lagos and other parts of Nigeria, some athletes are expected to travel from outside the country to participate in the race.

The organisers are already making preparations for the large number of registered participants, while the possibility of accepting late entries will depend on the timing and other arrangements.

The Coordinator of the Lagos Women Run, Tayo Popoola, said participants should expect an improved experience compared with previous editions.

“We have to continue to get better, as that is the driving force for us as organisers. We will be bigger and better with every edition,” Popoola said.

The 2026 Lagos Women Run will hold on Saturday, November 14, with Tafawa Balewa Square serving as the starting point.

Participants are expected to arrive at the venue by 6:30 a.m. for the event.

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