N10m at stake as Tiger street football lights up Awka

 

Football stakeholders in Anambra State are gearing up for one of the best all-inclusive grassroots competitions in the state, the Tiger Street Football Tournament, which debuts in Awka next month.

According to the organisers of the competition, the Tiger Street Football Tournament is aimed at giving street football the stage it deserves in the country.

“In Nigeria, football doesn’t begin in academies or polished stadiums: it begins in the streets,” Potfolio Manager, Premium Brand, Maria Shadeko said yesterday.

“Street football is the sound that echoes amidst the quiet in every neighbourhood, the laughter of children playing barefoot, and the determinant of neighbourhood bragging rights. These rough, improvised pitches have given the country not just its culture of play but also some of its most iconic stars.

Shadeko noted that the five-a-side competition is designed to ignite the fearless, uncaged energy of young Nigerians and celebrate their raw and unfiltered love for football.

“Non-professional players – students and hustlers, dreamers and hidden talents – will form teams of eight and battle through a knockout format beginning with the round of 16. Each city will host its own full competition, culminating in a one-day spectacle of semifinals and finals.

“The stakes are high: the champion team will walk away with N5 million, with N3 million for second place and N1 million each for third and fourth positions,” Shadeko stated.

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Impressive Enyimba Humbles Bayelsa In Yenogoa

 

Two second half audacious goals from teenager, Chidera Michael and Captain of the day, Kalu Nweke gave the People's Elephant an emphatic first away league victory of the season.

Enyimba FC who were frustrated at home against Nasarawa United last Sunday took the game to their hosts right at the blast of the whistle as the Coach Stanley Eguma side bossed the game and missing couple of clear chances.

The second half started almost in a similar fashion even as Bayelsa United started growing in confidence with glimpse of attacks but two substitutions midway in the second half by Coach Eguma paid off well when a well tailored inswing cross by Solomon Ogberaghwe was met by one of the substitutes, Chidera glancing it into the net for the opener.

Nweke made sure of the points when he picked up a pass couple of meters away from the box before rifling home a screamer at the Bayelsa goal.

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ABS Ilorin FC Unveils Yusuf Salihu as New Head Coach

Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin FC has officially unveiled Coach Yusuf Salihu as the club’s new head coach ahead of the 2025/2026 Nigeria National League (NNL) season.

The unveiling ceremony took place earlier today at the Taiwo Awoniyi Media Sports Centre, Kwara SWAN Secretariat, George Innih Stadium, Ilorin.

Speaking at the event, Coach Salihu expressed gratitude for the opportunity and outlined his vision for the club:

“Football is teamwork, and that’s why it remains a collective game, I can’t do it alone. With unity, commitment, and the support of the management and stakeholders, we will succeed.

My vision is to build a vibrant, formidable, and disciplined team that can compete with any club in Nigeria and beyond, win laurels, and take ABS FC to greater heights.”

Also speaking at the unveiling, ABS Director of Football, Chief Alloy Chukwuemeka, underscored the importance of encouraging homegrown coaches. He drew inspiration from Coach Tunde Sani’s recent triumph in the President Federation Cup with Kwara United, noting that it was the opportunity given that paved the way for his success.

The club’s management expressed confidence in Salihu’s capacity to lead the team into a new era of growth and success, while urging fans and stakeholders to rally behind the coach and players as they prepare for the upcoming season.

ABS Ilorin FC, founded to nurture young talent and promote football development, continues its tradition of grooming quality players who can make an impact both locally and internationally in line with the vision of the owners Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki.

With the appointment of Coach Salihu, the club is poised for an exciting campaign in the 2025/2026 NNL season.

Signed

Tosh Michaels

Head of Media, ABS Ilorin FC.

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Tension in Onitsha Main Market as Enforcement Team Shoots Five Killing Two

 

Pandemonium erupted today at Bright Street, Main Market, Onitsha, as members of an enforcement team known to traders as Kaban opened fire while trying to escape from angry shop owners.

The crisis began when the operatives moved into the market to confiscate traders’ goods over allegations of street trading and road encroachment, sparking resistance from the affected traders.

Eyewitnesses said the operatives, sensing they could be mobbed by the enraged crowd, fired shots into the air, but in the process five persons were hit.

Two women, identified as Chika a food vendor and a customer who had come to buy goods, were confirmed dead on the spot, while the others, including a watch vendor, were rushed to the hospital with varying degrees of injuries.

The traders alleged that the same Kaban team was responsible for the killing of a trader along Bida Road about four months ago, accusing them of repeated harassment and reckless use of force.

Some traders led by the Chairman of Onitsha Main Market went to the Area Command of the Nigeria Police Onitsha to protest, Meanwhile some Youths weilding dangerous weapons went to the OCHA Brigade office located at Iboku Street Onitsha and Set a Vehicle and two motorcycles ablaze and then looted All the seized properties in the office 

When contacted, the Police Public Relations Officer of the Anambra State Police Command said he was yet to be formally briefed on the incident, even as nearby markets around Bright Street were shut down in protest.

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Phamouz Sports and Events Concept holds successful draws for Egwu Ekere Street Championship 2025.

 

Football Extravaganza is set to radiate the nooks and crannies of Onitsha and its environs following the successful Draws held ahead of the commencement of "EGWU EKERE" 2025.

"EGWU EKERE" is a full option Eleven aside football tournament designed and initiated by Phamouz Sports and Events Concept in Partnership with the Sponsors and leading Real Estate Enterprise, WINNERS GLOBAL ESTATE LIMITED.

EGWUEKERE 2O25 which is also supported and approved by the Anambra Football Association(ANSFA)held her draws in the News Room of Udala Radio 104.7fm Premises on Monday, 8th September, 2025.

All the Registered teams Representatives were present likewise the Representatives of the Sponsor 

The Trophy for the Maiden Edition of EGWU EKERE (STREET CHAMPIONSHIP) Was also Unveiled 

Group A consists of Federal Housing Estate Fegge, Miss Elems street Fegge, Amago Echetabu Avenue Mgbakwu, Iyiowa United and Army Barracks Community, Onitsha.

Group B houses Ozalla Awada, Attah Road Nkpor-Agu, Obamkpa FC Ugwunobamkpa, Omagba Community FC and Obodoukwu Road, Okpoko.

Group C has Ziks Avenue Fegge, 7th Mile Ogidi, Ekwulobia Street Woliwo Onitsha, East Niger, Okpoko FC

Group D contains Hillview Estate 3-3, Anglican Community Onitsha, Central School Road Odoakpu Onitsha and Port Harcourt Road Fegge.

In his remarks, The convener of "EGWU EKERE" 2025, Ndema Obinna Alias DJ Phamouz appreciated the persons present while also showering encomium on the Sponsors, Winners Global Estate Limited, Anambra Football Association(ANSFA), Media Partners for the tournament, Udala Radio 104.7fm Representatives of the 18 participating teams and the General Public.

The Opening ceremony of "EGWU EKERE" 2025 is slated for Sunday, 5th October, 2025 with Fegge stadium, Onitsha playing host for the fixture which will be contested by  Housing Estate Fegge and Miss Elems Street, Fegge from Group A.

This promises to be a Tough game as We anticipate to Watch Proper Street Football.

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EGWU EKERE. Registration Ends, as Teams Anticipate the Date for the Draws and the Opening Ceremony

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Registration for the Upcoming EGWU EKERE STREET CHAMPIONSHIP 2025 has Officially Closed on the Eve of 31st of August 2025. after a month of registration period, 16 teams will Compete in the Maiden edition of the Street Championship.

The Competition is Organized by Phamouz Sports and Events and is Proudly Sponsored by Winners Global Estate Limited, a top Real Estate firm.

The Competition which it's main aim is to foster Unity among People and to help develop football in the Grassroot will Commence Soon.

The Sponsor and the Organizers will fix a date for the Draws and the Opening Ceremony, which will be announced Soon.

The Competition promises to be Explosive as talented and strong teams will be Competing.

Teams like Ozalla, Awada,  7th Mile Ogidi, the four teams from Fegge, The Omagba Selected, Teams from Odoakpu ,Iyiowa ,Okpoko and Nkpor etc will slug it out for the Trophy 🏆 

History Beckons 

The Winner will go home with 1.5 Million Naira Only 

While the Runners up will pocket #700,000

The third placed team will get #500,000 

The Organizers are urging the teams that still want to Register, to wait for the Next Edition as they have accepted the limited number of teams for this Edition 

Onitsha will experience Street Football at it's best Soon 

Anticipate

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Registration for EGWU EKERE (STREET CHAMPIONSHIP)Still On as Deadline Approaches.

 

Registration is Still On for the Upcoming EGWU EKERE football Competition that will be played in Onitsha.

The Competition is Organized by Phamouz Football Agency and Proudly Sponsored by WINNERS GLOBAL ESTATE, Udala Radio 104.7 FM Onitsha are the Media Partners for the Competition .

The Competition is Organized to Engage Youths thereby help take them out of the Streets and help them shun Crime.and Hard Drugs.

It' is also a Grassroot Football Development Initiative, Instituted to help Grassroot footballers and Academies. (But All Will register and answer the name of a Street or Area)

It will be a Platform to test the strength of their teams .

It will also help in Igniting the Eluding football Culture in Onitsha Metrpolis

Most Importantly give the Young Energetic football players a platform to Compete and gain Exposure.

It' will also be an Opportunity for Scouts and Agents to See Young football players that are hidden in the Streets.

The Registration fee is Fifty Thousand Naira Only (Check the flyer for more details)

Winners will get 1.5 Million Naira Only 

Runners Up will get #700,000

The third placed team will get #500,000

The Registration will end on August 31st.

Teams from Iyiowa, Fegge are Already on board as we await other teams.

The Competition has gotten the necessary Approval from the Anambra State Football Association. Which further boosts the Credibility of the Competition 

Proudly Sponsored by WINNERS GLOBAL ESTATE LTD

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REGISTRATION STARTS FOR EGWU EKERE (STREET CHAMPIONSHIP)2025

 

The Registration for the Upcoming EGWU EKERE, (Street Championship 2025) Starts today 1st August 2025.

The Competition hosted by Phamouz Football Agency and Proudly Sponsored by WINNERS GLOBAL ESTATE, a top Real Estate firm is set up to help with Grassroot Football Development in the State, it' is a Historic Platform for Young Football Players in the Streets of Onitsha/Anambra to Showcase their talents and skills in the field of Play.

The Registration fee is Fifty Thousand Naira Only.

The Winner goes home with One Million Five hundred thousand Naira Only , (1.5 million Naira)

The Runners up goes home with Seven hundred thousand Naira Only, ( #700,000)

The Third Placed Team, will go home with Five hundred thousand Naira Only (#500,000)

With other Consolation Prizes 

Courtesy of WINNERS GLOBAL ESTATE 

The aim of the Competition is also to foster Unity among Communities with Football.

To keep the Youths busy thereby taking them off Crimes 

To also give hope and Opportunity to young football players who will play in front of top coaches and Scouts.

It will also serve as a Cooperate Social Responsibility of Sports Extravaganza,a Sports Show on Udala Radio 104.7 FM Onitsha 📻 

The Competition is Full Time Football Competition of eleven, eleven players which will be played in Onitsha, Anambra State (Venue to be announced Soon)

Udala Radio 104.7 FM Onitsha 📻 is the Official Media Partners of the Competition 

For Enquiries Call 0806 391 5257

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I Wish to Collaborate With Ikem Mazeli and Anyi Dons Someday. - Agumba Idemilli

 

Hon Chidiebere Madunagu ,Popularly known as Agumba Idemilli , From Umuoko, Aboji Village, Oba ,in Idemilli South Local Government Area of Anambra State, said that he hope to Collaborate With Ikem Mazeli and Anyi Dons Someday to Produce hit tracks.

Speaking on the Radio Program, HIGHLIFE HIGHWAY on Udala Radio 104.7 FM Onitsha 📻 With Ndema Obinna Phamouzdj as the Host

 

The New Highlife Prospect Spoke about his early life, how he studied at Merchant Of Light Secondary School Oba, how he Managed a transport company yet he couldn't make it, Until he tried Highlife Music, After many years of neglecting the Call by his Agwu. 

When asked who were his inspirators, He Mentioned Chief Stephen Osita Osadebe and Capt Muddy Ibe.

When asked the artists he would like to Collaborate With, He mentioned Ikem Mazeli and Anyi Dons 

He also said his Music is from the River 

He also narrated how he gets Inspiration in his Dream 

He urged Young Musicians to focus on their craft and be Original, 

Avoid Diabolical involvement, and work hard.

It will be Well with you, He Concluded 

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ANSFA BOSS CONGRATULATE KWARA FA BOSS AND KWARA UNITED FOR THEIR PRESIDENT FEDERATION'S CUP VICTORY

 

The Chairman Anambra State Football Association Gen Chikelue Iloenyosi has sent his Congratulatory message to the Chairman of Kwara State Football Association Malam Idris Abdullahi Musa Thuray for Kwara United s Victory at The Mobolaji Johnson Arena Last Saturday against Abakiliki Fc in the President federation Cup finals 

Kwara United Lifted the Trophy for the first time in their existence in a dramatic manner after finishing 0 0 at the end of Normal time they went on to Win on Penalties to Make History 

Elsewhere Kwara State Junior team Also Won The Youth league few days after the FA Cup triumph.

My friend Thuraya is doing Well in developing Football in Kwara State as you can see the results are Speaking for him, Iloenyosi Stated 

I also Congratulate Kwara United as a Whole, I Pray they do well in the CAF Confederations Cup.

I Also extended my felicitations to the The Chairman of Kwara United, Kunbi Titiloye, The Director of Sports ABS Fc Alloy Chukwuemeka, and others that helped in one way or the other towards football development in Kwara State, May God bless You All, Iloenyosi Concluded 

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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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