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Prosperity Cup 2026: Amos Scores Tournament Fastest Goal

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Prosperity Cup 2026: Amos Scores Tournament Fastest Goal

‎… As FOU Kings FC, BYCOTECH FC, Others, Secure Wins
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‎Ibibo Amos of Ewoi FC has gone into the history books as the scorer of the fastest goal of Season 8 of Nigeria’s biggest grassroots football showpiece, the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament, tagged the Prosperity Cup.
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‎Amos’ history-making goal came in the 53rd second of the game in a tie decided at the Kolo centre in Ogbia Local Government Area of the State. Sambo Pius doubled the scoreline on 56; before going on to nick a brace in the 84th minute to earn Ewoi FC a ticket to the next round, after brushing aside Onuebum FC by three goals to one.
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‎In the second match of the day at the same Kolo Centre, Chief Street FC whitewashed Accounting FC six nil to move into the next phase of the tournament.

‎Bayelsa State College Of Health Technology, BYCOTECH FC at the Otuabagi centre edged out Ogbia Academy by two goals to one. Divine Moses put BYCOTECH FC in front from a perfect finish while Solomon Olala added another to make it 2-0. Ataman reduced the tally in the 65th minute but his effort was not enough to secure Ogbia Academy passage to the next round of the competition.
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‎Orashi FC, in the second game humbled Edok FC of Kolo by two nil to secure their next round ticket. Fred Egbo put Orashi FC in front on 38 minutes. Monday Awari on 85 minutes scored the insurance goal to confirm their place in the next round.

‎At the Otuokpoti centre, Diamond FC eased out Azibet FC by three goals to one. Goals from the trio of Gospel Ake, Okola Gift and Prosper Opuene gave Diamond FC the deserved victory. Okola God gift pulled one back to reduce the deficit for Azibet FC but it was too little, to late.
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‎Okodi FC in the last fixture at the Otuokpoti centre overpowered Aluta FC by five goals to one to begin their quest for the ₦30,000,000.00 prize money and trophy on a winning note, having dominated proceeding in the encounter.
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‎Federal University Otuoke, FUO Kings at the Imiringi centre dispatched Egyptians FC. Emiete Victor’s brace in each half of the game ensured that Egyptians FC packed their bags and baggages.
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‎Still at the Imiringi centre, Oruma FC triumphed over Jerry FC of Ogbia by 4-3 on penalties. Pius Kurotimi scored a brace on 12 and 24 minutes to put Oruma FC in front. Felix Jasper responded with another on 76 and 88 minutes, thus stretching the game into penalty shootout.
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‎At the Otuasega centre, Metros FC beat Silvia FC three goals to one to keep their hopes of winning the tournament alive while Kolo Creek FC pipped Ibelebiri FC by a lone goal to qualify for the next stage.
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‎Action will resume on Tuesday March 17th, 2026 in the tournament in five different centres in Ogbia LGA as Ekeremor LGA gets underway.

Bayelsa Blaze the Trail in NFF-D Certification For Grassroots Coaches

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Bayelsa Blaze the Trail in NFF-D Certification For Grassroots Coaches

..Eguavoen Hails Bayelsa FA, Prosperity Cup, for Collaboration

Bayelsa has become the first State in the country to facilitate the NFF-D licence for its grassroots coaches.

The Technical Director of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF), Austine Eguavoen confirmed this while speaking at the closing ceremony of a five-day NFF-D Licence Coaching Course for grassroots coaches held in Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State capital.

Augustine Eguavoen, in his address, said Bayelsa State is the first in the nation to give grassroots coaches the opportunity to obtain NFF-D Licence, maintaining that the development of football is in the hands of grassroots coaches.
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While commending the organisers of the Prosperity Cup and the State Football Association for the collaboration, he charged the coaches to reflect what they have been taught during the exercise when they go back to their various clubs.

The NFF Technical Director ‎commended the Bayelsa State Government for its foresight in packaging the coaching programme, pointing that its consistency is sponsoring the Prosperity Cup and the conduct of capacity-building initiatives year in, year out, was eloquent testimony to the State government’s commitment to grassroots football development as well as other sports.
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‎In his remarks, Director General of the Prosperity Cup, Mr Ono Akpe, remarked that the series of coaching courses for grassroots coaches was reflecting on the performance of the coaches in the State.
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‎He noted that the continuous investment in grassroots coaches in the State is a seed that would bear quality fruits in the future, pointing out that the future of football in the State belongs to the grassroots.
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‎While appreciating the NFF Technical Director, Augustine Eguavoen and his team for impacting the coaches, the DG said the success story of the Prosperity Cup would be incomplete without the support of the Bayelsa State Football Association.
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‎Also speaking at the occasion, Chairman of the Bayelsa State Football Association, Barr Porbeni Ogun, who also participated in the coaching programme, urged the coaches not to see the exercise as a waste of time but to see it as a stepping stone to their respective careers, describing the exercise as impactful.
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‎He hinted that the plan of the State Football Association concerning coaches, at the moment, was to facilitate a CAF-C licence coaching course to broaden the scope of their knowledge before the year runs out.
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‎Also, former Bayelsa United coach, Monday Odigie and ex-international, Edema Fuludu in separate interviews, described the exercise as lifetime investment to the coaches, urging them to utilize the opportunity.
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‎Two participants, Akren Beauty of the Ezuogha Soccer Academy and Andrew Owutuamor of Rich Destiny FC, lauded the Bayelsa State Football Association and the Prosperity Cup for the gesture, stressing that the exercise has positively impacted them.

‎The coaching course, which was organized by the Prosperity Cup in collaboration with the Bayelsa State Football Association, is aimed at equipping coaches in the State with modern coaching techniques as well as the requisite qualification for career progression.

Prosperity Cup 2026: Aperetia FC Stun Ogbia Champions, Citiboi FC

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Prosperity Cup 2026: Aperetia FC Stun Ogbia Champions, Citiboi FC

Ogbia Local Government Area defending champions, Citiboi FC have been bundled out of Season 8 of Nigeria’s biggest grassroots football spectacle, the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament, christened the Prosperity Cup.
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‎Aperetia FC of Imiringi shocked Citiboi FC one goal to nil to produce one of the biggest upsets of the tournament in an encounter decided at the Otuabagi centre, thanks to Newman Happiness’ second half goal, which has sent them to the next round of the competition.
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In the second tie at the Otuabagi centre, ‎Abureni FC beat United FC by 4-2 on penalties after a one-all draw in regulation time. Gabriel Azibateni put Abureni FC ahead on 29 minutes but United FC responded 40 minutes later to drag the tie into the anxiety of penalty shootout.
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‎Elsewhere at the Kolo centre, Movers FC of Otuasega humbled Emeyal 2 FC by two goals to nil to keep their hopes of winning the ₦30,000,000.00 prize money and trophy intact, after a sloppy start. Agbori Nitoni’s second brace at the Kolo centre helped Abagi FC to beat the Diocese of Ogbia.
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‎Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) Joyful Assembly at the Otuasega Centre white-washed Obada FC by four goals to one while the hopes of Hope Alive FC winning the tournament was dashed as they were pummeled by four goals to one by Emeyal 1 FC.
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‎Edi 1 FC at the Otuokpoti centre triumphed 5-3 on penalties against Otuekpein FC after a two-all draw in regulation time. Edi 1 FC came from two goals down to defeat their opponents. Hummels Jnr FC in the second game, spanked Experience Boys four nil to secure a seamless passage into the next round.
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‎Otuegwe 1 FC in the last match at the Otuokpoti centre edged out Warriors Stars FC three nil to advance to the next phase of the competition.
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‎Elebele FC at the Imiringi centre eased out De Paul’z FC by three goals to one while Coach Mirupu Eda-tutored Agholo United in the second game at the Imiringi centre took Friends FC to the cleaners with a two nil victory, courtesy of Precious and Reward Believe’s goals on 49 and 67 minutes respectively.
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‎Elsewhere at the Nembe City and Okpoama centres in Nembe and Brass LGAs respectively, Okoroma United triumphed 4-1 on penalties to secure a Round of 32 ticket after a one-all draw in regulation time. Igoni FC pipped Formosa FC by a lone goal to secure a slot in the round of 32.
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‎Hostilities will resume on Sunday, 15th March, 2026 in Ogbia Local Government Area as Ekeremor LGA gets underway.

Correctional Centre Registers Team For Prosperity Cup 2026

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Correctional Centre Registers Team For Prosperity Cup 2026

The 2026 edition of the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament, also called the Prosperity Cup, has taken on an interesting flavour with the registration of a team, Liberty FC, from the Correctional Centre in the State.
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‎The Director General of the tournament, Mr Ono Akpe disclosed this in an interview with newsmen in Abuja, the nation’s capital.
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‎He noted that a special playing field has been designated for Liberty FC to execute their matches in the tournament, stating that the inclusion of the Correctional teams represents inclusivity among institutions.
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‎According to him, beyond the huge prize money in the tournament, the competition has helped to curb crime and other social vices across the state while providing a platform for talents in Bayelsa to showcase their potential.
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‎The DG explained that with the consistency in the organising the tournament, youth restiveness has reduced drastically because the youths are actively engaged in football activities across communities, pointing out that there is incontrovertible evidence that during the tournament crime rate is usually low across communities.
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‎He further explained that several institutions are taking part in the competition which include; the Nigeria Police Force, the National Youths Service Corps, NYSC, as well as faith-based organizations, and not forgetting the non-indegene in the State, who equally registered a team for the tournament.

Speaking on the Correctional facility registering a team for the tournament, a Yenagoa-based football buff, Comrade Stanley Imgbi, said “it is an interesting development. Their inclusion will add flavour to the tournament.”

Continuing, Imgbi, who doubles as the Secretary of the Bayelsa State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, said “I am equally delighted to hear that non-indigenes in the State also registered a team. This will bring about unity. Kudos to the organisers of the tournament.”
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‎In the meantime, the Prosperity Cup train is moving to Ogbia Local Government Area this weekend with the conclusion of preliminary round hostilities in Brass and Nembe Council areas.

WPRF: NIPR Confirms NTA Host Broadcast Television

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WPRF: NIPR Confirms NTA Host Broadcast Television

As part of commitments to deliver the best global event, the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has signed a major deal with the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) as official Host Broadcast Television for the World Public Relations Forum (WPRF) scheduled to hold from 15th – 21st November, 2026 in Abuja.

Speaking during the signing of the Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) at the NTA Headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday, NIPR President, Dr. Ike Neliaku said that NTA, a Government-owned television station will play a crucial role in projecting the ideals of WPRF, especially, the concept of responsible communication; while leveraging the global platform to promote the values of Nigeria to the world.

“If what we are doing and the efforts we are putting in to package the biggest, brightest and boldest global event in the country is not properly projected, nobody would know. Nigerians and international communities now need to know that from 15th – 21st November, 2026, Nigeria will be hosting 126 countries of the world. WPRF is one opportunity we as a nation must not miss, we are doing everything we can to change the narratives for better and we need NTA to achieve this”, he stated.

Dr. Neliaku also informed that some of the milestones during the WPRF event will be the inauguration of NIPR Secretariat (The Public Relations Place) and unveiling of the first in the world University of Public Relations and Leadership (UPRL) in Abuja and Nasarawa State, respectively.

Responding, the Director General of NTA, Salihu Abdulhamid Dembos described the 2026 WPRF as a Nigerian project; while assuring the willingness of the Authority to deliver premium media coverage required to realize the Forum’s objectives.

The NTA boss emphasized that the nation’s media giant and largest television network in Africa will deploy the best of equipment and facilities to ensure quality live feeds and services in line with global best practice for the vent; while urging every Nigerian to key into WPRF as a robust platform to raise the nation’s reputation capital.

Stanley Ogadigo
Director, Public Relations
10-3-2026

Delta Govt Partners NDDC, Chevron On Omadino-Escravos Road

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Delta Govt Partners NDDC, Chevron On Omadino-Escravos Road

The Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to collaborate with the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, and Chevron Nigeria Limited on the 70.75 km Omadino-Okerenkoko-Escravos Road and bridges in the Warri North Local Government Area.

The Governor stated this when the NDDC Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, led a delegation of the Commission’s Executive Management, including the Executive Director Projects, Dr Victor Antai and Directors of the Commission, to pay him a courtesy visit at Government House, Asaba.

In a statement by Seledi Thompson-Wakama, Director, Corporate Affairs, the courtesy visit preceded a tripartite meeting among the Delta State Government, NDDC, and Chevron to chart a clear roadmap for the project’s commencement. Governor Oborevwori expressed satisfaction with the ongoing discussions among the partners on the project expected to connect Warri to key oil-producing coastal communities, enhancing economic activity, security, and infrastructure across the region.

Oborevwori assured that his administration was fully committed to seeing the project through, describing it as a huge project that would transform the state’s coastal communities.

He restated the state government’s readiness to partner with the NDDC on key infrastructure projects, stating, “I want to say that Delta State is ready to partner with the NDDC and Chevron to deliver this project.”

The governor also reiterated that his administration would continue to embrace partnerships that translate into tangible progress for Deltans.

He explained that the tripartite partnership would not only fast-track the project’s delivery but also strengthen collaboration for sustainable regional development.

Oborevwori further restated his administration’s commitment to accountability, transparency, and cost-effective service delivery in all infrastructural projects across the state. He therefore charged both the NDDC and Chevron with determining the project’s financial value and their respective monetary contributions.

He described the Omadino-Okerenkoko-Escravos Road and bridges as a strategic corridor and investment in economic connectivity and peace-building across the riverine communities.

The governor further emphasised the importance of awarding the project to a reputable construction firm to ensure its successful completion. He assured that a technical team would be set up to collaborate with the NDDC and Chevron on project design, cost assessments, and stakeholder contributions.

Giving a summary of the project, the NDDC Managing Director, Dr Ogbuku, noted that the road and bridges will span approximately 70.76 kilometres, starting from Omadino, near the Opumami Canal, and ending at Escravos.

According to him, “The plan includes a main alignment of 66.54 kilometres, a 4.22-kilometre spur to Kokodiagbene, and 29 bridges linking key oil-bearing and coastal communities across Warri South and Warri South-West Local Government Areas.”

He reaffirmed the NDDC’s commitment to building strategic partnerships to enhance the quality of life of the people of the Niger Delta region.

Ogbuku recalled that the partnership between the Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited and the NDDC in constructing the 25.7 km Ogbia-Nembe Road should be replicated for other projects.

He identified Escravos as an area of special economic priority, stating that NDDC was taking steps to make it more accessible by rallying stakeholder support for a broad partnership to expedite the construction and completion of the high-impact road to the area.

The NDDC boss presented an executive brief to the Governor on the Commission’s discussions with Chevron to further harmonise strategies for project execution.

The Chevron Director of Operations and Chief Operating Officer, Engr. Segun Kuteyi affirmed Chevron’s commitment to completing the Omadino-Escravos Road, which he said would link Warri to Escravos, the hub of oil and gas activities in Delta State, adding that the road’s construction would boost oil production and other economic activities in the area.

Kuteyi acknowledged that the road would provide direct access to major oil and gas installations, including Chevron’s Escravos Export Terminal, while enhancing socio-economic activities, security response, and inter-community relations in the Niger Delta region.

 

 

Prosperity Cup 2026: Mini FC Secure Round of 32 Ticket

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Prosperity Cup 2026: Mini FC Secure Round of 32 Ticket

‎‎…As Prosperity Cup Train Moves to Ogbia LGA this Weekend
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‎Mini FC of Minibie at the Sangana centre beat Tough Dynamite FC 4-2 on penalties after a one-all draw in regulation time to become the first team to qualify for the round of 32 in Season 8 of the competition.
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‎En-route to qualifying for the Round of 32, Mini FC pipped resilient Orukele Thunders FC by a lone goal courtesy of Wisdom Elliot’s 31st minute strike. In their second match, Mini FC humbled Sangana FC by four goals to two.
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‎And at the Opu Nembe centre in Nembe Local Government Area, Jackson Idubomo’s first half brace helped Mangrove FC reach the next round of the competition.
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‎Mangrove FC humbled Fantua FC by three goals to nil to qualify for the next round of the showpiece. Jackson Idubomo put Mangrove FC ahead just five minutes into the game from a beautiful finish.
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‎Idubomo added another goal on 35 minutes to increase his goal tally in the tournament having scored in their opening fixture. Godgift Ebite made it three nil just before the final whistle for Mini FC to advance to the next round.
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‎Formosa FC at the Okpoama centre beat Egweama FC three nil to secure qualification to the next round of the tournament, having whitewashed Agbalakoko FC in their previous fixture.
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‎Magic Champions (MC) FC at the Nembe City centre edged out Genesis FC by three goals to one. Innocent Suku put Genesis FC in front on 68 minutes after the scores remained goal-less at halftime. Peter Oyambo responded with a stunner a minute later to level the scoreline. Oyambo and Lawrence Erickson scored on 80 and 90th minute respectively to define the tie.
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‎The Prosperity Cup train will now move to Ogbia LGA this weekend with Brass and Nembe LGA winding up.

NFF-D Licence Coaching Course Gets Underway In Yenagoa

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NFF-D Licence Coaching Course Gets Underway In Yenagoa

‎A five-day NFF-D Licence coaching course for grassroots coaches in Bayelsa State has begun in Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State capital with over forty coaches taking part in the exercise.
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‎NFF-D Licence coaching course will run from the 11th through the 15th of March, 2026 at the Golden Tulip Apartments and Resort, Onopa, from 9.00am daily.
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‎The exercise which is being organized by the Prosperity Cup in collaboration with the Bayelsa State Football Association is coming two weeks after the FC Barcelona/Prosperity Cup International Coaching Clinic in the State.
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‎The NFF-D Licence exercise is coordinated by the Technical Director of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Augustine Eguavoen, alongside Edema Fuludu; Peggy Ubenye Ulu; Monday Odigie, among others.
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‎Chairman of the Bayelsa State Football Association, Barr Porbeni Ogun, represented by Mr Zuzu Ebimotimi, Head of Secretariat, Prosperity Cup, who doubles as the Chairman of All Stars International, Yenagoa, in a remark, noted that the programme reflects the dream of the FA and the Prosperity Cup to see Bayelsa coaches excel at the global stage.
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‎He urged the various participants to pay attention to detail, that the exercise was the beginning of success for grassroots coaches in Bayelsa, maintaining that securing the NFF-D Licence certificate would place them well ahead of their peers who are yet to obtain the certificate.
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‎Also, Director General of the Prosperity Cup, Mr. Ono Akpe, who was represented by the Head of Governmental Affairs and Community Relations, Prosperity Cup, Rev. Vincent Dowell, remarked that the programme was apt due to the continued growth of grassroots football in Bayelsa.
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‎Mr Akpe asserted that the organisers of the Prosperity Cup will not relent in their quest to see that grassroots coaches in the state are equipped with modern coaching techniques, urging all the participants to take full advantage of the opportunity.
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‎NFF Technical Director, Augustine Eguavoen, explained that the D-License course, which is in modules, is a prerequisite for qualifying coaches to take part in the CAF-C License course, adding that it is for beginners, and must last a minimum of 60 hours.
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‎According to him, the coaching course was designed to enhance the capacity of coaches and prepare them for current and future challenges, maintaining that the course is part of NFF’s strategic effort to build the capacity of coaches across the nation.
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‎Two participants, Anthony Fouye of Afini FC and Mere Freeborn of Hope Alive FC, shared their thoughts of the coaching programme, in separate interviews.

Fouye, who is the Chairman of Bayelsa Grassroots Football Coaches Association, said he is excited to be part of the programme, pointing out that the course represents an opportunity in their coaching career to learn and re-learn.
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‎According to him, “This course represents a valuable opportunity because it is a key requirement for every serious coach who aspires to grow professionally and strengthen their coaching CV and career. The programme would help us to raise the standard of coaching and improve the over-all quality of football development in the State”. they stated.
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‎On his part, Mere Freeborn of Hope Alive FC, said “We strongly believe that after this coaching course, there will be a significant increase in the level of knowledge, technical understanding, and impact among coaches within the state”.

Prosperity Cup 2026: Erasmus, Opubo Record First Tournament Hat Trick

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Prosperity Cup 2026: Erasmus, Opubo Record First Tournament Hat Trick

‎...As Genesis FC, Okoroma United, Others, Secure Victories
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‎Genesis FC began their quest to win the ₦30,000,000.00 prize money for this edition of Nigeria’s biggest grassroots football spectacle, the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament tagged the Prosperity Cup with a slim but important win over Victory FC.
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‎Genesis FC beat Victory FC by three goals to two in an encounter decided at the Nembe City centre in Nembe LGA. Innocent Suku put Genesis FC ahead on 17 minutes from a close effort. Samuel Aniete doubled the lead for Genesis FC on 21 minutes from a volley.
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‎Wakaebiyon Bomo pulled one back on 34 minutes. Livingstone Goodluck restored parity for Victory FC just before the half time mark to restore Victory FC’s hopes of progressing to the next round of the tournament. Substitute Mac Job made it 3-2 in favour of Genesis FC, on 78 minutes when it seemed the game was going to stretch into a penalty shootout.
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‎Magic Champions (MC) FC in the second game at the Nembe City centre pipped favorite Nembe City by a lone goal.
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‎Okoroma United in the last match of the day annihilated Fisherman’s Sons FC by eight goals to nil. Noble Erasmus and Taribo Opubo’s hat tricks as well as Ambrose Friday ensured that Fisherman Sons FC returns home with their heads held low.
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‎The duo of Erasmus and Opubo’s goals on 8; 27; 66 and 20; 29; 84 minutes respectively ensured the duo became the first players in this year’s edition to record hat trick in the competition.
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‎Fantua FC at the Opu-Nembe centre beat Okoroba FC 4-2 on penalties after a barren draw in regulation time. Mangrove FC in the second game thrashed Young Rangers FC three nil. Goals from Garford Happy, Patrick Preye, and Jackson Idubomo on 35, 37 and 81 minutes respectively ensured that Mangrove FC secure a smooth passage into the next round of the tournament.
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‎Elsewhere at the Okpoama centre in Brass LGA off the Atlantic ocean, saw Igoni FC defeating Kurotee FC by a lone goal, thanks to Cookey Monday’s 51 minute goal that gave the Igoni side their deserved victory.
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‎Egweama FC in the second game beat Imbikiri FC 4-3 on penalties after a one all draw in regulation time. Alexander Roland put Imbikiri FC ahead but Egweama FC replied on 75 minutes from Robinson Tekena to stretch the encounter into penalty shootout.
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‎Formosa FC spanked Agbalakoko FC in the last match of the day at the Okpoama centre by four goals to one to qualify for the next round of the tournament, having defeated Hausa United in their opening fixture.
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‎Action will continue on Wednesday, 11th of March, 2026 at the Sangana centre when Tough Dynamite FC and Mini FC go head to head in the battle of supremacy.
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‎Despite their victory, coach of Igoni FC, Alexis Orumiegha in his post-match reaction, acknowledged that their opponents gave them a tough battle, maintaining that their attention has moved to the next fixture.
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‎Also, Genesis FC coach, John Okoli, said his team felt relaxed after scoring two early goals in the game, pointing out that their priority is to win the tournament and lift the coveted trophy.

Prosperity Cup 2026: Mini FC Secures Next Round Qualification

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Prosperity Cup 2026: Mini FC Secures Next Round Qualification

‎‎...As Nembe LGA Prelims Get Underway
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‎Mini FC of Minibie have qualified for the next phase of Nigeria’s biggest grassroots football showpiece, the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament, tagged the Prosperity Cup.
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‎Mini FC humbled Sangana FC of Sangana by four goals to two in an encounter decided at the Sangana centre in Brass Local Government Area of the State.
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‎Forward, Olali Agebanua put Mini FC in front eight minutes into the game as he dribbled past Sangana defenders to find the back of the net. Prince Yabei doubled the lead on 29 minutes from a well-delivered free kick to beat Sangana FC goalkeeper, Eli Dressman.
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‎Nelson Olali on 38 minutes added salt to the injuries of the Sangana FC side with a brilliant finish to make it three nil just before the halftime mark. Despite the score line in the first half, the Sangana side did not relent in their search for goal as it paid off on 50 minutes when Amazi Iniwei pulled one back for Sangana FC.
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‎Daniel Goodnews on 72 minutes lifted Sangana FC hopes of progressing to the next round but his dream was aborted by Austin Inapaime’s late minute goal, compounding Sangana FC’s woes to advance to the next round of the tournament.
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‎Hostilities will resume Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at Okpoama and Nembe LGA. Kurotee FC in the first match of the day at the Okpoama centre will battle Igoni FC at 11.00am; Egweama FC entertains Imbikiri FC at 1.00pm while Formosa FC will keep a date with Agbalakoko FC at 3.00pm.
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At the Nembe City centre in Nembe LGA, ‎Genesis FC will square up against Victory FC at 11.00am, MC FC will slug it out with Nembe City at 1.00pm as Fisherman’s Son FC confronts Okoroma United at 3.00pm.

And at the Opu-Nembe centre, ‎
‎Fantua FC welcome Okoroba FC at 12.00pm while Young Rangers will battle Mangrove FC at 3.00pm.
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‎Victorious coach of Mini FC, Messiah Ben Dikuro in his post-match reaction, attributed Sangana FC’s resurgence in the second half to his team’s complacency, pointing out that they will improve as the tournament progresses.

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