NWFL Super 6: Rivers Angels Retain NWFL Premiership Title

NWFL Super 6: Rivers Angels Retain NWFL Premiership Title

Rivers Angels emerged winner of the NWFL Premiership again after defeating Sunshine Queens 4-0 at the Otunba Dipo Dina international Stadium, Ijebu-ode on Sunday evening. 

In a well attended final day of the NWFL Premiership Super 6, FC Robo Queens played out a 1-1 draw with Delta Queens, while Bayelsa Queens recorded their first victory in the Super 6 with a 3-0 win over Edo Queens. 

Rivers Angels Angels young forward Oghenebrume Ikhekua opened scoring in the 2nd minute, her fifth in the 2021 NWFL Premiership Super 6.

The 'Betty Babes' troubled Rivers Angels later on, taking over control of the game, with the trio of Abideen' Suliat, Okah Adaobi and Idoko Mercy all finding space to net an equalizer. 

However, the 'Jewel of Rivers' doubled their lead just before the half-time break, as Vivian Ikechuchwu find the right angle from a close range to give the Edwin Okon's side a guaranteed lead going into the break.

Alice Ogebe scored a beauty in the 63rd minute, rounding off three Sunshine Queens defenders, before slotting in perfectly and the final goal came in the 79th minute through diminutive forward, Maryann Ezeanagu to round up a classical score line in the final game of the NWFL Premiership Super 6.

In a well attended final ceremony, which was graced by the Sports Minister, Sunday Dare, NFF President, Amaju Pinnick, NFF first Vice President, Barrister Seyi Akinwunmi, Ondo State Deputy Governor, Mr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, Edo State Deputy Governor, Comrade Phillip Shuaibu, NFF Board Members, Alhaji Ahmed Fresh, Sheriff Rabiu Inuwa, Alhaji Ganiyu Majekodunmi and Nigeria Referee Association Boss, Alhaji Tade Azeez and other dignitaries. 

The Chairperson of the Nigeria Women Football League, Aisha Falode noted that she is satisfied with the quality of games played in the Championship and remained optimistic that Nigerian representatives at the CAF Women Champions League will represent the country well starting from the WAFU Qualifiers.

Rivers Angels topped with 11 points, while Delta Queens ended second with 9 points, FC Robo Queens followed closely in third position with 8 points, while Sunshine Queens in 4th position finished with 7 points, Bayelsa Queens and Edo Queens ended with 5 points and 3 points respectively.

NLO21DivTwo: Pelumi, Yomi Show Class As Olansile FA Tracked By Ojaja II FC ln End Of The Season Duel

 

NLO21DivTwo: Pelumi, Yomi Show Class As Olansile FA Tracked By Ojaja II FC ln End Of The Season Duel

A ninety third minutes equalizer by Ojaja II FC forward denied Olansile FA the much needed win to cap the season on a positive note.

The atmosphere in Osogbo is greeted with chants and tension as 'Ooni Adimula' lads arrived with burning desires to run away as group leader who would set up a Promotion Playoff clash with Ogbomoso Utd. 

A decisive game for that matter which would be played simultaneously in which Ojaja hopes MAO FC capitalised on Fehinty's scalp in the other venue for them to emerge at the top. Both Ojaja II FC and Fehinty FC tied with 12 points on the log making it a dicy duel going into last encounter.

'Omo Mummy Boys' didn't struggle much before they imposed their physique and presence on the pitch as the score line changed at half hour mark when Olaoluwa Pelumi placed a fantastic header to register his third goal of the season. 

Ojaja defender had earlier cleared away what could have been Yomi's opener but Olansile FA were still ahead from the resultant corner kick. 

The second half would witness three more goals after some laborious moments in first half. Eight minutes after restart, Yomi Fakunle had an impressive run from byline only to set up Ajayi Martins who dispatched his second goal in the season brilliantly.

Few minutes later, Ojaja responded having capitalised on sloppy defensive work from Shile lads at the back. Confidence immediately returns for Shina Afolabi tutored side as the much needed equalizer came at the death some sixty-sixth seconds beyond the added time. Rasheed Okotore once again came to party, he would later dived at full length to tip out a creeping setpiece from vintage position. 

At the flip, Fehinty FC walloped MAO FC by 3-1 thereby amassed 15points from 6 games making the tension soaked duel in Osogbo Centre a mere dead rubber game. Olansile FA occupies 3rd on the log having finished with 11points and followed Ojaja II FC who finished behind Fehinty with 13 points.

Beauty to behold were Shile Boys sensation forwards Olaoluwa Pelumi and Abayomi Fakunle who enjoyed freedom at the flanks wrecking series of havoc and became markers nightmare in their debut season.

Bayelsa Queens Suspends Moses Aduku And Assistant

 

Bayelsa Queens Suspends Moses Aduku And Assistant.

   The Management of Bayelsa Queens have suspended indefinitely the team technical Adviser Moses Aduku and his assistant Kingdom Ogbodan with immediate effect due  to gross misconduct and insorbordition.

  The Chairman Robin Aprela in a statement realesed to newsmen after the matchday three at the ongoing Nigera Women Football League NWFL Super Six in  Ijebu-Ode where Bayelsa Queens lost worfully to Rivers Angels by four-nil said that the attitude and high-handedness of Moses Aduku has had it's negative impact on the team, hence the indefinite suspension.

   Robin Aprela aslo noted that the free hand given to the technical Adviser to double as team manager before the emergence of the newly constituted Board of Bayelsa Queens has made him think too highly of himself and has polarized the camp.

  The technical Adviser was accused of fielding a weakened side in the match against Rivers Angels where the the two recognized central defenders were dropped without any injury and also the inclusion of the third choice goalkeeper who has not played a single match so far this season.

   Moses Aduku was also accused of not working with his assistant as well as not taking admistrative suggestions from the the chairman.

 The Management has however placed Ebiere Okoh and Izuogha Akren as interim coach and assistant for the reminder of the season.

 Mr Robin Aprela wish to apologies to the Bayelsa State government and the temming supporters of the team for the below per performance of the team and promise to reposition the team ahead of next season.

Poor Infrastructure, Bane of Osun Sports Development - Organizer Of Ijesha Grand Marathon

Poor Infrastructure, Bane of Osun Sports Development - Organizer of Ijesha Grand Marathon

Organizer of the 2021  Ijesha Grand Marathon, Mr. Tijani Remilekun Usman has said it will continue to be difficult for Osun indigenes to achieve their full potentials if the state does not build proper infrastructure for sports to thrive.

Mr. Usman, who stated this at the April edition of 'Stakeholders Forum', a monthly Guest Appearance programme of the Osun Chapter of Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, (SWAN) decried the state of sports facilities in the state and called on the government and other organizations to embark on sports infrastructural development for talented Osun indigenes in various sports to train to reach the top level.

"Osun is blessed with abundant talents in every category of sports but it's difficult for these young ones to reach their full potentials due to poor infrastructural development which hinders their performance. For sports to grow, infrastructure is the key and that's why the government should look into this area to help our athletes."

"Those of us who are blessed are ready to assist the government in sponsoring events if enabling platforms are provided. I therefore appeal to the government to ensure that we have standard sports facilities where our youth can be trained to become national stars".

Usman explained that the Ijesa Grand Marathon was organised to curb youth restiveness, crimes and gangsterism in Ijesaland and its environs adding that the event is already yielding desired results. He argued that Ijesaland, especially Ilesa, now enjoys peace since the marathon ended.

He said the engagement of youths in sporting activities would address the growing insecurities being witnessed in the state and the country at large.

Usman disclosed that he was already making plans to meet with Osun State Governor, Gboyega Oyetola to discuss how his administration could provide infrastructure and develop talents in the state.

The sports supporter expressed commitment at sustaining the marathon adding that he was already collaborating with security agencies across Ijesaland with a view to restoring security and total safety in the state.

He stated that with more investments in sports and engagements of youth, the growing calls for the secession of Nigeria will be suppressed. He said over 700 athletes participated in the Ijesa Grand Marathon across the country and that N2.7million was spent as cash prizes for the winners.

Usman called on stakeholders to join him in ensuring that the state government gives due attention to sports in Osun and expressed optimism that the state would host the Sports Festival once necessary infrastructure has been put in place.

Earlier, Chairman Osun Chapter of SWAN, Timothy Agbor had lauded 'General' as he is fondly called for deeming it fit to stage such a huge event in Osun and called on other wealthy indigenes to emulate this good gesture.

"We thank Mr. Usman for staging the marathon in our dear state and we are happy with the initiative which is a clear diversification from the normal norm of football competition. As Sports Writers, we are ready to work with any private individual or any corporate body that wishes to add value to Osun Sports development through sponsorship and organization and we look forward to working with you in your subsequent programmes aimed at assisting talented Osun youth in sports," stated Agbor.

There were remarks by the initiator of the marathon, Coach Yinka Ogunkeye and the Former Vice President of SWAN, South West, Alhaji Muideen Adeleke among others who reeled out benefits of organizing and promoting other sports to ensure that youth can have varieties of platforms to showcase their God given talents.

NLO21DivTwo: Matthew's First Half Screamer Sealed Second Win For Olasinle FA As Karamba FC Set For Acid-Test

 

NLO21DivTwo: Matthew's First Half Screamer Sealed Second Win For Olasinle FA As Karamba FC Set For Acid-Test

The ambitious Osogbo based Nationwide League One youth side Olansile FA yesterday returned to winning ways after scoring twice to nail Ijesha United at the ongoing 2020/2021 league season in Ode-Omu centre. 

Having held 1-1 by Ijesha Golden Warriors in the previous encounter, Omo Mummy Boys as they are fondly called put up a five-star performance to dislodge their opponent from Ilesha. 

It took the goal sensation Abayomi Fakunle less than fifteen minutes after the opening whistle to score his second goal of the season having dribbled and cuts in from the flank only to breeze past the helpless keeper in his habitat in a brilliant version.

Ijesha Utd draws level three minutes later after making judicious use of a set piece in a vintage position, David Julius popped up on-time to nod past Okotore who was in goal for Olansile FA. 

Eight minutes from first stanza, Olansile pint-sized diminutive midfielder Matthew Ogunrinola works his way from the middle, he unleashed a fierce low drive which beats Ijesha Utd shot stopper and the two goals are enough to claim the maximum points. Although Ijesha Utd.,  are somehow wasteful in their efforts to restore the parity.

The results shoots Olansile FA to 4th on the log having amassed 7pts from four games. Karamba FC who are still waiting for their first victory are next in line for 'Shile Lads' to contend with. 

Chief Bamidele Moroof Onifade 'Elemo-Oluomo' Football Competition Debuts ln Ikirun

 

Chief Bamidele Moroof Onifade 'Elemo-Oluomo' Football Competition Debuts ln Ikirun

The much publicized maiden edition of Chief Bamidele Moroof Onifade 'Elemo-Oluomo' of Ikirun Land Football Competition is presently taking a center stage in Ikirun metropolis.

The tournament which saw several ambitious youth dominated squads in and out of the town ambushed each other would climax in May.

Toned with the clear cut initiatives of blending youths and matured players together in a way to fathom team success, the tourney has been living up to its hype coupled with classical display of soccer artistry at its finest peak.

With a lot prices to be won, the tourney which serves as a candid platform to catch them young would see the finalists being kitted by the organiser while eventual champion smiles home with a coveted trophy and a cheque of one hundred thousand naira. 

The runners up gets eighty thousand naira while the third best and fourth best team get fifty thousand naira and thirty thousand naira respectively. Also individual prices would be in the offing for man of the match and best shot stopper.

Group A

Zakariyau Lawal FA lkirun

Excel FC Osogbo

Why Kay Warrior FC

Group B

Zakariyau Lawal FC lkirun

Banik FC Iree

Prince KB Wears Osogbo

Group C

New Star Ikirun

Fortunate FC Osogbo

Alade Owo FC lkirun

Group D

Crown Champion Ikirun

New Generation Bomber Ila

Some of the recent results shows that, Zakariyau FA pegged back by Excel FC (1-1) while Zakariyau FC walloped Banik FC lree by 3-0. Match continues on Sunday April 18th with New Star trading tackle with Alade Owo by 3pm