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Bayelsa Queens win 2024/2025 NWFL Premier League

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Bayelsa Queens have won the 2024/2025 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premier League following a dominant 4-1 victory over Naija Ratels on the final day of the Super Six playoffs, which was held at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne.

Their triumph capped an extraordinary finale that saw an unprecedented four teams — Bayelsa Queens, Nasarawa Amazons, Edo Queens, and Remo Stars Ladies — in contention for the title going into the final day, showcasing the increasing competitiveness of the league.

The Prosperity Girls produced a commanding display to secure their sixth league title in history. Vera Samuel starred with a brilliant hat-trick in the 28th, 61st, and 67th minutes, while Mega Cynthia added a fourth in the 47th minute.

Tumininu Adeshina had momentarily brought Naija Ratels level in the 42nd minute, but Bayelsa’s quality proved decisive.

In another Super Six clash, Rivers Angels defeated hosts Remo Stars Ladies 2-1 as Titilayo Aweda struck twice in the 27th and 48th minutes for the Port Harcourt side, while Aisha Animashaun scored a consolation goal for Remo Stars in the 70th minute. Remo Stars ended fifth on goal difference, tied on points with Rivers.

Meanwhile, Nasarawa Amazons and Edo Queens battled to a goalless draw, a result that saw Nasarawa finish as runners-up with nine points, while Edo placed third with eight points after an intense five-day contest.

The final Super Six standings saw Bayelsa Queens on top with 10 points, followed by Nasarawa Amazons (9), Edo Queens (8), Rivers Angels (7), Remo Stars Ladies (7), and Naija Ratels (0), who finished without a point.

For their triumph, Bayelsa Queens received a N10 million grand prize. Nasarawa Amazons earned N6 million as second-place finishers, while Edo Queens were rewarded with N4 million. The remaining teams—Rivers Angels, Remo Stars, and Naija Ratels—each received N1.5 million.

The trophy presentation was conducted by wife of the Ogun State Governor, Mrs. Bamidele Abiodun, alongside NWFL board members, the Bayelsa State Commissioner for Sports, and president of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation, Daniel Igali, as well as hosts and chairman of Remo Stars, Kunle Soname.

At the prize presentation, NWFL Chairperson Nkechi Obi, commended the competition as the most fiercely contested Super Six yet and praised Bayelsa Queens for their championship-winning effort and consistency throughout the season.

President of Remo Stars, Kunle Soname, and host of the tournament, lauded the organisation and atmosphere of the Super Six, describing it as a milestone in the growth of women’s football in Nigeria.

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