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Sporting Dream, One Touch Emerge Champions of 2025 FCT FA League Divisions 1 & 2

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4 months ago

July 30, 2025

…As Chairman Reiterates Commitment to Talent Development

By Joel Ajayi

Sporting Dream FC and One Torch FC have emerged champions of the 2025 Federal Capital Territory Football Association (FCT FA) League Division One and Two respectively, following thrilling finales at the FIFA Goal Project, Area 3 Pitch, Abuja.

Sporting Dream FC sealed their Division One title with a commanding 2-0 victory over the resilient Ushafa FC. Despite a valiant effort from the “Golden Boys” of Ushafa, Sporting Dream’s superior discipline and tactical execution proved decisive in the 90-minute contest.

Earlier in the day, One Touch FC claimed the Division Two title in emphatic fashion, defeating Federal Housing Authority (FHA) FC 3-0. The win capped off a dominant campaign for the team, affirming their status as a rising force in the league’s second tier.

The grand finale drew a passionate crowd, including fans, stakeholders, and FCT FA officials, and marked the climax of weeks of intense football competition across both divisions. Sporting Dream’s consistency, attacking flair, and teamwork throughout the season were instrumental in their success.

With their victory, Sporting Dream FC will go on to represent the FCT in the upcoming Nigeria Nationwide League (NNL) national playoffs—a vital opportunity to gain promotion and exposure on a larger stage.

Speaking after the conclusion of the tournament, FCT FA Vice Chairman and Chairman of the League Committee, Alhaji Salihu 1Kolo, expressed satisfaction with the successful organization of the league and lauded the efforts of the local organizing committee.

“I must commend the organizing team for their dedication. Their efforts ensured a peaceful atmosphere—no fights, no disruptions. We witnessed competitive and promising football from all the teams, and that’s the essence of this league,” he stated.

Alhaji Kolo emphasized that the FCT FA League remains a crucial platform for grassroots talent discovery and development.

“This league is an annual event designed to identify and showcase young talents from the FCT. Already, some of the players have attracted interest from top-tier clubs in the NPFL, NNL, and other national leagues,” he added.

He also thanked the FCT FA Chairman for his unwavering support, particularly in providing trophies, logistical aid, and guidance throughout the tournament.

Also speaking at the event, former Super Eagles player and current FCT FA board member, Femi Ajilore, stressed the importance of the two winning teams representing the FCT with pride at the national level.

“It’s not just about participation. We’ve made it clear that these teams must go out and make the FCT proud. We’re solidly behind them, and the symbolic cheque presented today is just one step—we’re ready to do more, by God’s grace,” Ajilore affirmed.

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Tangerine APT Pension Crowned New Kings of PFA Games 2025

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18 mins ago

November 30, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi
Joel Ajayi Tangerine APT Pension stormed the 2025 Pension Fund Administrators Games and snatched the crown with a commanding 66 points—ending FCMB’s reign and announcing themselves as the new champions of corporate sporting excellence.

From the first whistle to the final scoreboard, Tangerine APT played like an organisation possessed. They dominated volleyball and snooker, showcased brilliant tactical depth to finish second in chess behind Norrenberger, secured second place in team bonding behind Premium Pension, and held their own across the board—fourth in football, sixth in table tennis, fifth in scrabble, and eighth in e-sports, press conference, discipline and grooming. Every point mattered, and Tangerine APT grabbed them with fire.

Defending champions FCMB, despite flashes of brilliance, simply could not summon last year’s magic.

They finished second overall with 63 points—just three points behind the new champions. FCMB were first in scrabble, second in football, third in table tennis and e-sports, fourth in snooker and team bonding, and fifth in volleyball, chess, and press conference/discipline/grooming. A brave defence, but not enough to stop the Tangerine wave.

Rounding off the podium is NPF Pension, finishing third with 57 points after a spirited campaign. They claimed gold in football, second in table tennis and e-sports, third in volleyball, fourth in scrabble, sixth in press conference/discipline/fanfare/most coordinated, seventh in chess, and eighth in snooker and team bonding.

The rest of the table saw fierce competition:4th – Norrenberger Pension: 52 points, 5th – Premium Pension: 47 points, 6th – NNPC Pension: 45 points, 7th – Access Arm: 41 points
In Others position 8th – Trustfund Pension: 29 points 9th – PENCOM: 28 points and 10th – NUPEMCO: 25 points.

With the dust settled and the cheers still echoing, one truth stands tall:Tangerine APT Pension has ushered in a new era—bold, dominant, and unforgettable.

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