Iloenyosi Congratulates Emperor Tenebe as he was appointed Chairman Bendel Insurance FC

The Executive Chairman, Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele has confirmed the appointment of Emperor Jarret Tenebe as chairman of Bendel Insurance Football Club as part of efforts to strengthen the management of the club ahead of the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season.

In a statement made available by the Media Aide of the Edo State Sports Commission boss, Edoko Wilson Edoko, the appointment of Emperor Jarret Tenebe as the new Chairman of Bendel Insurance FC takes immediate effect.

Jarret Tenebe  succeeds the former Deputy Governor of Edo State Rt. Hon. Philip Shaibu, who was recently appointed Director General of the National Institute For Sports (NIS) by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

The Anambra State Football Association Chairman Gen Chikelue Iloenyosi Congratulate Jaret Tenebe on this Wonderful Appointment and laud the Edo State Government for appointing a capable hand 

Bendel Insurance finished last season in fifth place, and with Emperor Tenebe’s wealth of experience I know he will take Bendel Insurance to the next level , Iloenyosi Stated 

The official unveiling ceremony for Emperor Tenebe as the new Chairman of Bendel Insurance FC has already been scheduled for next week.

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18 Goals Scored So Far in the FESTDRINE ANAMBRA STATE ALL STARS GAMES 2025 Week 1

 

Chukwuma Joshua 'Pajay' scored a beautiful Goal on the dot 90 minutes as Professional Football Club, Awka came from behind to hold Great Inland, Fegge, to a four-goal thriller as the 2025 FestDrine/Anambra State Football Association All Stars Championship enters matchday three at the Awka City Stadium, on Sunday.

Great Inland raced to an early lead when Ekperebuike Onyebuchi fired into the Professionals net just three minutes after kick off.

But Afamefuna Stephen drew Professionals back on level terms two minutes past the quarter mark hour but Chukwuebuka Onwuachi restored Great Inland's lead two minutes before the half hour mark.

It looked like the Inlanders were cruising to victory as they held on tightly before 'Pajay' restored parity for Professionals on the dot of time.

The thrilling contest proved the icing on the cake on the afternoon festival of football served on the platter by Manfes Pharmaceuticals Limited, makers of FestDrine Malaria Prevention drug.

Before the no winner, no vanquished contest, Adazi All Stars fell to the superior firepower of Awka All Stars 2-3 in the second match of the day.

Ben Chinze opened the scoring for Awka All Stars eight minutes after kick off but Ezeokonkwo Echezona equalised for Adazi All Stars in the 16th minute.

Samuel Obi restored Awka All Stars lead in the 24th minute while Chukwudi Odinjo made it 3-1 for Awka on the half hour mark.

However, Ishmeal Abdul made it 3-2 for Adazi All Stars two minutes past the hour mark.

In the first match of the Sunday morning fixture, 

Peace FC drew 0-0 with Prime FC.

FESTDRINE ANAMBRA STATE ALL STARS GAMES 2025 Week 1 Results 

Great United Stars, Awka 0 1 Uncle Ralph FC All Stars Mgbakwu 

⚽ Ifeanyi Emeka 

CUBANA ALL STARS, AWKA 4 0 AWKA CAPITAL ELITE 

⚽ Ebube Okoye 9, 72, 84

⚽ Nwadigbo Emmanuel, 24,

Anambra State All Stars Sports Club, Onitsha 3 0 Estate All Stars Housing, Fegge 

⚽ Ifeanyi Areh , 1

⚽ Chidi Cristiano Isintu 33

⚽ Echezona Samuel , 90

PEACE FC AWKA 0 0 PRIME FC AWKA 

ADAZI ALL STARS 2 3 AWKA ALL STARS 

⚽ Ben Chinze 8 (AK)

⚽ Ezeokonkwo Echezona 16 (AD)

⚽ Samuel Obi 24 (AK)

⚽ Chukwudi Odinjo 30 (AK)

⚽ Ishmeal Abdul 62 (AD)

GREAT INLAND FC, FEGGE. 2 2 PROFESSIONALS FC, AWKA 

⚽ Ekperebuike Onyebuchi 3 (GI)

⚽ Afamefuna Stephen (Gentle) 17 (PFC)

⚽ Onwuachi ChukwuEbuka 28 (GI)

⚽ Chukwuma Joshua Pajay 90 (PFC)

The competition continues at the weekend  at the Awka City Stadium.

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Iloenyosi Commends Ikpeba for hosting the Victor Ikpeba Football Challenge (Lagos 2025)

 

The Chairman Anambra State Football Association, also Chairman Board of Trustee All Nigeria Football Players Union (ANFPU), Gen Chikelue Iloenyosi laud Victor Ikpeba for reaching out to the Grassroot with this wonderful football competition, VICTOR IKPEBA FOOTBALL CHALLENGE (LAGOS 2025)

The Third place Match and the Finals of the prestigious Competition will hold later this evening June 12 2025 by 3pm and 4pm respectively @9 funsho Williams avenue, Tomi’s house, ojuelegba  OBELE ODAN COMMUNITY CENTRE FUJAH STREET OF RANDLE AVENUE SURULERE.

The Theme of the Competition is DAPO SOTIMINU LIVES FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS 💕

Iloenyosi Stated that as Victor Ikpeba is honouring DAPO SOTIMINU, he is also giving the Young Players in the community an Opportunity to play and showcase their talents.

The ANSFA Boss who promises to honour the Final Game Physically praised Victor Ikpeba for his support to Grassroot Football Development and urged him to Continue Doing Good in terms of Young football players development.

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Iloenyosi Backs Chelle,He is Moving fast in the Right Direction

 

The Chairman Anambra State Football Association who also doubles as The Chairman Board of Trustee All Nigeria Football Players Union (ANFPU), Gen Chikelue Iloenyosi has once again thrown his weight behind the New Super Eagles Head Coach, Eric Chelle.

Iloenyosi praised Chelle 's Coaching Abilities, In a voice chat with PhamouzTv 

Eric Chelle is performing wonderfully well so far for the Super Eagles, If not for the Draw in Uyo against Zimbabwe, I would say he has a 100% record so far. Iloenyosi Stated 

He changed the pattern of play in the Super Eagles, Iloenyosi Continued, now the Super Eagles are attack minded with wonderful flow of the Game from the Midfield to Attack.

Eric Chelle took over from Austin Eguavoen as the Super Eagles Coach 

Another Good Decision from the Coach is his Invitation of 10 Nigeria based Players to the Super Eagles for the Unity Cup in Brentford UK, this is a win for our league, Most of the players that play for South Africa are based in South Africa, why can't we adopt that strategy to grow our league.

The ANSFA Boss Laud Chelle 's efforts So far and Urge him to Add more Grease to his Elbow and try to develop Nigeria Football by Helping the Nigeria Premier Football League Grow. Make it a priority that majority of the players must be players playing in the NPFL, I think he is Moving Fast in the Right Direction 

He still have a hard task of qualifying Nigeria to the World Cup 

I Wish him Well 🙏, 

Iloenyosi Concluded.

Eric Chelle and his team will play against Russia on Friday.

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ANSFA, Sends Condolence Message to the Government and People of Kano State.

 

Anambra State Football Association Commiserate with the Government  and People of Kano State, The Bereaved families, and the entire Sports Community over the tragic loss of 21 lives in a devastating Road Accident.

We understand the Dedication and Passion that these young athletes, officials, and journalists embodied as they represented their state at the National Sports Festival. (Gateway 2025)

Their untimely passing is a painful reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing every moment.

We offer our heartfelt prayers for the souls of the departed, and we pray that Almighty God grants them eternal Rest and Peace. 

To the Families, Friends, and Colleagues of the deceased, we extend our sincerest condolences and wish you strength and fortitude during this difficult time.

May the memories of these remarkable Individuals inspire us to promote Sports Development and Unity in Nigeria.

Gen Chikelue Iloenyosi 

Chairman, ANSFA

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