As the countdown to the 2025 President Federation Cup Final begins, the Nasarawa Amazons received a timely boost from the Nasarawa State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Honourable Yakubu Kwanta, who paid a surprise visit to the team’s camp on Monday.
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The Amazons are gearing up to face long-time rivals, Rivers Angels, in what promises to be an intense final showdown on June 28 at the iconic Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan, Lagos. This fixture marks another chapter in the historic rivalry between two of Nigeria’s top women’s football clubs.
During his visit, Commissioner Kwanta expressed confidence in the team’s ability to bring home the title. He highlighted the state’s commitment to supporting women’s football and recalled the team’s 2019 Federation Cup triumph in Kaduna, a moment he proudly witnessed as head of the ministry.
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“This team has made Nasarawa proud before, and I have no doubt they will do it again. His Excellency, Governor Abdullahi A. Sule, is solidly behind you and will be present in Lagos to support you all the way,” the Commissioner stated.
The motivational visit was not only symbolic but also deeply personal. The Commissioner’s words were a rallying call, underscoring the expectations and pride of Nasarawa State. He was accompanied by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development and other senior officials, emphasizing the significance of the occasion.
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Reacting to the visit, Head Coach Christopher Danjuma assured fans and officials alike that the players are focused and fully committed to the task at hand.
“We will give it our all. The trophy belongs in Nasarawa,” he affirmed.
Team captain Josephine Mathias also echoed this sentiment, thanking the Commissioner for his unwavering support and promising that the players are fired up for victory.
“This trophy will be our gift to His Excellency and to the good people of Nasarawa,” she declared.
With the final against Rivers Angels just days away, the Nasarawa Amazons are brimming with confidence and unity, armed with the determination to once again make history on the national stage.
Picture Credit: Nasarawa Amazons Facebook Page
