Sports
Match Day 1 Unity Preseason Tourney: Nasarawa United, Manahaim FC, Lobi Stars, FWC records victory
Joel Ajayi
As 2022 edition of Unity Pre-season tournament kick off in the Federal Capital Territory on Saturday, the participating teams; Nasarawa United, Lobi Stars, Manahaim and Family Worship Club record victories respectively in the Match Day 1 of the tourney.
In the opening game, Nasarawa United defeated Mailantarki 2-0 in the first game of Day 1 of the tournament.
The NNL team, Mailantarki gave the 2021 Runner-up, Nasarawa United, run for their money but the experience of the Lafia- based team outclassed the Mailantarki boys, as the match ended 2-0.
In the second game of the day, an Abuja based club, Manahaim FC, pipped Doma FC of Gombe 1-0 team carry the day.
It was an explosive encounter between the two clubs but a late goal from Manahaim separated the two teams.
Also in the third game of the tourney, Lobi Star of Makurdi with the slogan “Shoe Get size” indeed proved that shoe get size, as they beat City FC, despite the excellent display of the Abuja based club Citizen team as they bank on the experience to overcome as the game ended 1-0.
In the last Game played at Area 3 pitch, Family Worship Club FWC won Destiny FC 3-0. Lobi Stars,.
However, action continues in day 2 of the tournament with the following fixtures.
Match Day 2 Fixtures
Wikki Vs EFCC (12pm)- Old Parade Ground
Sports Supply FC Vs City (2pm )- Old Parade Ground OPG
Destiny vs Nuredeen – Old Parade Ground OPG 4pm.
Setraco Vs FWC (2pm) Area 3 Pitch.
Like Minds Vs Nasarawa (4pm ) Area 3 Pitch.
Sports
Area Councils get N720,000 Grant as Maiden FCT FA Women’s Tournament Kicks Off April 10
Joel Ajayi
The Federal Capital Territory Football Association (FCT FA) has disbursed a total of N720,000 to Area Councils in preparation for the inaugural FCT FA Inter-Area Councils Women’s Tournament, which is set to kick off on April 10, 2025.
The funding was announced at a media briefing held at Area 10 in Abuja on Thursday, with each of the six participating Area Council teams receiving N120,000 to support their preparations for the competition. The six Area Councils in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT)—Abaji, Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), Bwari, Gwagwalada, Kuje, and Kwali—were all represented at the event.
In his address, FCT FA Chairman Alhaji Adam Mouktar Mohammed revealed that the tournament aligns with his administration’s vision to foster the development of women’s football and provide opportunities for young female players in the capital.
“This tournament is part of our commitment to providing a platform for the girl-child through football,” Mouktar said. “We believe this initiative will not only boost women’s participation in the sport but also change the perception and narrative of women’s football in the FCT and beyond.”
He also credited the initiative to Mrs. Pat Ayegba-Jubril, an FCT FA board member and head of the women’s football committee, commending her dedication to advancing the women’s game in the region.
“I must acknowledge Mrs. Ayegba-Jubril for her vision and commitment to the growth of women’s football in the FCT. Her dedication to this cause has been instrumental in bringing this initiative to life, and we are excited about the positive impact it will have on the future of the game,” Mouktar stated.
Mrs. Ayegba-Jubril emphasized the critical role of financial support in ensuring that the teams are adequately prepared for the tournament.
“This funding will assist the councils in getting their teams ready for the competition,” Ayegba-Jubril stated. “It’s time to elevate women’s football and ensure that girls at the grassroot level have access to the same opportunities as their counterparts globally. We are passionate about grassroot development and must encourage more girls to participate in sports.”
The FCT FA Inter-Area Council Women’s Tournament will feature six teams, divided into two groups, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the semi-finals.
Besides Chairman Alhaji Adam Mouktar Mohammed and Mrs. Pat Ayegba-Jubril, the event was attended by several key figures, including former Nigeria star Femi Ajilore, 2nd Vice Chairman John Gabaya, and coach Patrick Bassey as members of the FCT FA board.
Signed
Uche Nwudoh Hillary
Head Media Committee
04/04/2025
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