The Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) has officially confirmed the new kickoff date, venue, and fixtures for the 2025 NWFL Nationwide Championship, setting the stage for another exciting chapter in the development of women’s football in Nigeria.

 

In a statement released on Wednesday, October 1, NWFL Chief Operating Officer, Modupe Shabi, announced that the tournament will now take place from October 10 to 17, 2025, at the Bwari Township Stadium in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory.

 

The competition will feature 10 teams, divided into two groups of five, with the top two teams from each group earning promotion to the NWFL Championship, the second tier of women’s football in Nigeria.

 

“The Nationwide competition remains a vital platform for clubs across the country to showcase their potential and progress through the league system,” Shabi said. “We are committed to ensuring it is competitive, transparent, and successful.”

 

Tournament Schedule

• October 10: Teams arrive; pre-match technical meeting

• October 11, 13, 14, 16, 17: Match days

• October 12 & 15: Rest days

 

Shabi emphasized the NWFL’s commitment to grassroots football and noted that the Nationwide League serves as a critical pipeline for identifying and nurturing future stars of the women’s game.

 

“At the end of the tournament, the two best teams from each group will be promoted to the NWFL Championship, which is a huge motivation for all the participating clubs,” she added.

 

Group Breakdown

 

Group A

• Osklean FC (Rivers State)

• Rangers Women FC (Enugu State)

• Plateau Queens FC (Plateau State)

• DreamStars Ladies FC (Lagos State)

• C2E Sports Academy (Abia State)

 

Group B

• Sporting Angels FC (Rivers State)

• Alexander Queens FC (Enugu State)

• Rosaria Victrix FC (Imo State)

• NAF Queens FC (Abuja)

• Solo Wonders FC (Akwa Ibom State)

 

With a week of intense competition ahead, all eyes will be on Bwari Township Stadium as these aspiring clubs fight for promotion and a chance to climb the ranks of Nigerian women’s football.

 

“We wish all the clubs the very best of luck and look forward to an exciting week of women’s football in the Federal Capital Territory,” Shabi concluded.