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

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1 year 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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AACT 2026: 31 Days to Africa’s Big Sporting Gathering in Abuja

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14 hours ago

October 2, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The countdown to the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT) has officially entered the final month, with just 31 days to go before Africa’s leading women’s team golf championship tees off at the IBB International Golf & Country Club in Abuja.

In a statement signed by the AACT 2026Director of Communication Kayode Adeniyi on Friday in Abuja.

Under the theme “Africa Is Coming to Abuja,” the countdown campaign will spotlight the championship, the participating nations, the players, the host venue and the growing development of women’s golf across the continent.

The 2026 AACT, scheduled for November 2–7, will bring together women’s golfing talent from across Africa for six days of continental competition in Nigeria’s capital.

As preparations continue at the IBB International Golf & Country Club, attention is increasingly turning to Abuja, where the championship will provide a platform for African golfers to compete while also showcasing Nigeria’s hospitality and the country’s growing profile as a destination for major sporting events.

The countdown will feature daily stories, interviews, player and country profiles, tournament facts, behind-the-scenes updates and features on the host venue as the championship draws closer.

The campaign will also highlight the role of the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN), the Local Organising Committee and other stakeholders in preparing for the continental championship.

With just 31 days remaining, anticipation is building across the African golfing community as Abuja prepares to welcome the continent’s leading women golfers.

Africa is coming to Abuja.

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