Family Worship Champions FC Clinch FCT President Cup Title

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8 months ago

February 22, 2025

Joel Ajayi

Family Worship Champions ( FWC) football club edged EFCC FC 4-3 on Saturday in a penalty shootout to claimed the 2025 FCT President Cup title in Abuja.

The thrilling finale match, played at the Area 3 football pitch in Abuja.

The match got off to a dramatic start, with FWC FC being awarded a penalty just three minutes into the game.

However, Leonard Chung’s effort was unsuccessful, and the team had to dig deep to withstand the mounting pressure from EFCC FC in the first half.

In spite creating several scoring opportunities, EFCC FC was unable to capitalised on their chances.

In the second half, EFCC FC continued to push forward, but FWC FC’s defense held firm, preventing their opponents from finding the back of the net.

The game ultimately ended 0-0 after regular time, leading to a penalty shootout.

In the shootout, FWC FC emerged victorious, winning 4-3 against EFCC FC to claim the title.

The victory marked a significant milestone for the team, who had previously fallen short in crucial penalty shootouts.

Speaking after the match, Bunmi Haruna, the coach of FWC FC expressed his pride and satisfaction with the team’s performance.

“We have worked tirelessly to improve our penalty shooting, and it paid off today.

“ I am grateful to the players, backroom staff, and supporters for their dedication and hard work.

“ We have secured our place in the upcoming National President Cup,” he said

Haruna, a journalist himself, acknowledged the vital role of the media and community support in their success.

“This trophy is dedicated to everyone who has backed us throughout this journey.”

On his part, the coach of EFCC FC, Kabiru Sani praised his team’s performance, in spite the loss.

“We are impressed with our timing and delivery throughout the FCT President Cup.

“ Although we fell short in the final, we have secured our place in the upcoming National President Cup.

“ The victory marked FWC FC’s first major title, and they will look to build on this success in future competitions,” he said .

In the women category saw Naija Ratel FC beat N-Youth ladies Football Academy 6-0 in the final ,both team also secured a ticket for the upcoming National President Cup.

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Team Nigeria Jets to Cairo for 11th World Para Powerlifting Championships

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5 hours ago

October 7, 2025

The Gleamer

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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