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NWFL Premiership Week 4 Preview: Team News, Analysis, Stats And Players To Watch.

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5 years ago

January 5, 2021

NWFL Premiership returns to action this Wednesday following the Christmas break with several sides hoping the fortnight’s inactivity could change their fortunes, while others will be hoping the few days off would have done nothing to interrupt their form.

Seven Matches will be played across seven centers on Wednesday.

Leaders Bayelsa Queens will be at home to Confluence Queens, while Nasarawa Amazons face Delta Queens in a must-win encounter, Sunshine Queens welcomes second-placed Edo Queens to Akure, Abia Angels travels to Port Harcourt to face defending Champions Rivers Angels.

In Warri, Royal Queens will be hoping to record their second victory at home this season, DreamStar Ladies have another tough test in Ibom Angels at the Agege Township Stadium, while Pelican Stars of Calabar will battle FC Robo Queens in Lagos.

The action is incessant and persistent. Here is a short preview of the 2021 NWFL Premiership week 4 from www.thenwfl.com.

Rivers Angels 🆚 Abia Angels (Adokiye Anesiemaka Stadium)

Rivers Angels have recorded two away draws in their last three matches and will welcome Abia Angels on Wednesday.

Abia Angels have won two games, losing only narrowly to Royal Queens in Warri two weeks ago.

Rivers Angels Manager Edwin Okon knows how important it is to get their second victory at home as they target qualification for the Champions League.

Maryann Ezeanagu, Vivian Ikechukwu, Brume Ikhekua, and Damilola Koku, Christopher Precious are all available for selection upfront.

#Nasarawa Amazons 🆚 Delta Queens. (Lafia City Stadium)

A must-win game for Nasarawa Amazons, having lost their first three games in December.

Christopher Danjuma is expectant the same as the teeming fans of the ‘Solid Babes’ as they have a date to keep with Delta Queens on Wednesday evening.

One goal in three matches compared to Delta Queens seven goals in three, shows that Nasarawa Amazons have a lot of work to do against the ‘Okowa Ladies’ at the Lafia City Stadium.

Experienced Kafayat Ajani is back to the squad after some time out, Adejoke Ejalonibu, Amarachi Okoronkwo, Dooshima Tarnum, and others are all available for this encounter.

#Bayelsa Queens 🆚 Confluence Queens (Samson Siasia Stadium, Yenagoa)

Will Bayelsa Queens make it four wins in four games after Wednesday’s encounter with Confluence Queens? That is the question on every lip of the NWFL Premiership followers.

Confluence Queens under Whyte Ogbonda are seen as a team that can spring out surprises when least expected. Moses Aduku and his girls are confident and are raring to go into the game o Wednesday. In-form Anjor Mary, Joy Jerry, Ruben Charity will be looking at extending their unbeaten run in the league.

#DreamStar Ladies 🆚 Ibom Angels. (Agege Township Stadium)

Heading into the Wednesday game, Coach Anya Ugochi must be thinking about getting her first victory of the season as she faces Ibom Angels on Wednesday at the Agege Township Stadium.

Both teams didn’t start the season on a good note and Moruf Adeyemo must be aiming at getting a positive result against the ‘Galactica’s’.

Ayatsea Hembafen, Anuoluwapo Salisu, Juliet Iroele, and others will have to work hard to win against the very determined ‘Orange Ladies’.

#Royal Queens 🆚 Osun Babes (Warri Township Stadium)

Coach Yinka Adunola has spoken of the importance of keeping the momentum generated against Pelican Stars ahead of the tie in Warri against Royal Queens.

Royal Queens are a very difficult team to beat and Coach Paul Mene will be in the dugout without his faifhful assistant Ifunanya Patricia who controversially resigned from her position some days ago.

Both sides play free-flow attacking football and create a lot of chances on the flanks. Yemisi Samuel, Habibat Agbaji, Sarah Iloduba, and others will be hoping for a great result in Delta, while Bukola Oni, Chioma Olise, Chika Idika, Rosemary Adesina will all want a comprehensive victory against the Omoluabi Queens.

#Sunshine Queens 🆚 Edo Queens (Ondo State Sports Complex, Akure)

A big test for Rowlandson Odeh and his players. Sunshine Queens hardly lose at home and thus have a good team and an experienced Manager in Wemimo Matthew.

Odeh leads his players to their second away game this season and it’s against a side well known for their superb style of play.

Elizabeth Zirike and Sandra Chichi will be going back to Akure, where the fans still cherish them, having dorned the Orange jersey of Sunshine Queens in the past.

Patricia Innocent, Seun Fakunle, Goodness Ihuoma and others will be seeking for nothing but victory when the battle gets off on Wednesday.

#FC Robo Queens 🆚 Pelican Stars (Legacy Football Pitch, National Stadium, Surulere)

Osahon Emmanuel is a manager who has a great connection with his players on the pitch of play. The charismatic coach will be playing against a Pelican Stars team who lost 3-0 to Osun Babes in December.

Charismatic captain Gift Monday scored a hat-trick in their last home game against Osun Babes, the December player of the month will be hoping to increase her goal tally on Wednesday.

Pelican Stars have some experienced players in their Squad, Chinenye Okafor, Gladys Abasi, Hannah Amos, Love Okon and a host of others will be optimistic in picking a positive result in Lagos.

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Daughters of Dr. Charles Ononiwu, Chiamanda and Chiamaka, Launch Debut Books to Uplift Hearts Facing Life’s Struggles

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3 weeks ago

October 10, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

At just 18 and 20 years old, Chiamanda and Chiamaka Ononiwu — daughters of renowned Nigerian surgeon Dr. Charles Ononiwu — have achieved a remarkable milestone with the release of their debut inspirational books, Do Not Be Afraid and Waterfalls.

Their literary journey began six years ago, during the height of the global COVID-19 pandemic. While the world was engulfed in fear and uncertainty, the then 13- and 15-year-old sisters turned inward, using writing as an outlet to process their emotions, express their faith, and reach out to others with messages of hope and resilience.

What began as a quiet act of creativity blossomed into two powerful books that now serve as beacons of light for readers navigating life’s storms.

Eighteen-year-old Chiamanda Ononiwu is the author of Do Not Be Afraid. A passionate Electrical Engineering student , she is also a proud alumna of Intellichild TLC and Valedictorian of Great Blessings School, Class of 2022.

In her book, she addresses the emotional challenges many young people face and draws from her personal faith to offer guidance and encouragement.

Her elder sister, Chiamaka Ononiwu, 20, is a final-year medical student at Babcock University in Nigeria. She penned Waterfalls, a heartfelt and deeply spiritual work she describes as divinely inspired. Chiamaka views her writing as a calling — a mission to uplift souls and bring hope to those struggling with life’s challenges.

“Personally, I would say it all started with the idea of inclusion, inspired by real human experiences,” Chiamaka shared. “We’ve had conversations with people who’ve gone through difficult situations — including issues and those stories helped shape what I write today.”

She added, “It’s all about encouraging people to face life with faith. We began this journey during a dark time in the world, and I felt called to create something that could offer comfort and hope — not just locally, but globally.”

The official book launch and signing ceremony took place on Wednesday in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, and was attended by family, friends, colleagues, and well-wishers. It was a celebration of creativity, faith, and youthful brilliance, as the sisters presented their work to an inspired audience.

Speaking at the event, Chiamaka emphasized the core message of her book: “Waterfalls reminds readers that God is always watching over His people. He doesn’t bring fear — He brings peace, hope, and love. I want readers to find comfort and assurance in that truth.”

For Chiamanda, her book is a message to young people who may feel overwhelmed by life’s pressures: “Do Not Be Afraid is especially for youth navigating difficult times. No matter how hard life gets, you can always find strength and direction in God’s word.”

Writing came naturally to both sisters. Chiamaka recalled, “Even as a child, I loved writing short stories for my siblings. When the opportunity came to publish, I knew it was time to share my message with a wider audience.”

Despite their demanding academic paths, both young women balanced their studies with writing through perseverance and faith.

Chiamanda and Chiamaka are united by a shared dream — to inspire people across the world with their writing.

Chiamaka expressed Further; “Our biggest hope is that these books will reach people who need to know that God is real, that He’s always with them, and that through Him, anything is possible,” Chiamaka said.

With Do Not Be Afraid and Waterfalls, the Ononiwu sisters have not only created literary works — they’ve created lifelines. Their voices, grounded in faith and driven by purpose, remind readers everywhere that even in the darkest moments, God’s light never fades.

Their father, Dr. Charles Ononiwu — a distinguished surgeon and deeply devoted parent — also spoke at the event, sharing the journey from his perspective.

“For me, my number one priority has always been to care for children — not just medically, but also by encouraging them academically and in the basics of life,” he said.

He recounted a moving moment with Chiamanda, who approached him with the idea of sharing her story publicly to inspire others.

“She came to me and said she wanted to talk to her peers, to share how she had been comforted, and to help them see that everything would be okay,” he recalled. “As a father, my role was to guide her. I support both of them, help activate their strengths, and provide direction.”

Dr. Ononiwu made the decision to fund the publication of their books himself, believing in the power of their message.

“I told them, ‘You have something the world needs. You can make an impact in the lives of others,’” he said. “I believe every child has a gift. It is our responsibility as parents not to dismiss them, but to help them discover and nurture their talents.”

He encouraged all parents to support their children’s creative pursuits, noting, “Every person has something special inside them — no one is without talent. It’s just a matter of looking inward, discovering that gift, and sharing it with the world.”

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