Sports
Eight Teams Battle for Glory at National Amputee Football Championship in Abuja
Joel Ajayi
Kano Pillars, Kwara FC, Kaduna state , Imo state, Abba Gida Gida FC, Niger State, Plateau State, and Phoenix FC are set to compete for top honours at the National Amputee Football Championship, holding from October 13–17, 2025, at the FIFA Goal Project, MKO Abiola Stadium, Abuja.
The tournament, which also serves as a talent selection platform for the 2026 Amputee World Cup in Liberia, Costa Rica, from July 31 to August 9, 2026, will see teams battling for national supremacy in what promises to be Nigeria’s most competitive amputee football event yet.
President of the Nigeria Amputee Federation, Chief Paul Maduakor, commended the teams for their dedication and enthusiasm, noting that their participation reflects the sport’s steady growth and resilience.
“I’m proud of the teams for their sacrifices and passion. This championship provides a vital platform for players to compete, improve, and showcase their talent,” he said.
Secretary-General Nonye Nwose emphasized the importance of hosting the championship in Abuja, describing it as a major step toward increasing awareness and support for amputee football nationwide.
“This event gives players the opportunity to refine their skills while putting the sport in the national spotlight,” she said.
Technical Director Victor Nwenwe added that the competition offers a key opportunity to assess players for the national team and measure their progress in development.
Sports
Montage Community Football Tourney Registration Ends October 30
Cyril Ogar
Registration for the 2026 edition of the Montage Community Football Tournament will close on Friday, October 30, organisers have announced.
The tournament coordinator, Mr Raphael Ekpang, disclosed this on Thursday, urging interested teams across the six Area Councils of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to take advantage of the remaining days to register.
Ekpang said registration had been ongoing since Monday, encouraging eligible teams to complete the process before the deadline.
The tournament, themed “Montage FM 99.7: Empowering Youth, Uniting Communities Through Football,” is scheduled to kick off on November 3, 2026, with playoffs across the six Area Councils of the FCT.
The grand finale will hold on December 5, 2026, at the Old Parade Ground, Garki Area 10, Abuja, where the top four teams will compete for first-, second- and third-place honours.
A total of 48 teams will participate in the competition, with eight teams representing each of the six Area Councils.
The participating teams will compete for cash prizes worth over ₦2 million and other valuable rewards.
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