Okpebholo rewards victorious Edo Queens

Players and officials of Edo Queens have received a cash reward of N50m for winning the 2025/26 Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) and the 2026 WAFU-B Women’s Champions League titles.

Edo Governor Monday Okpebholo announced the N50m reward when the Edo Queens presented the trophies to him at the Festival Hall, Government House, Benin City.

Okpebholo praised the team's doggedness and determination to emerge victorious in Burkina Faso, describing it as significant to Edo people and the country at large.

He said the players displayed resilience and determination throughout the competition.

The Governor said he was confident of the team's victory especially the penalty shootout after observing the goalkeeper's composure and strategy.

“For me, this cup matters to Edo people and it matters to the country. I must commend the players for their doggedness. I also want to thank the coaching crew and other officials. I want to reward the team with the sum of N50 million,” Okpebholo said.

Chairman, Edo Sports Commission, Amadin Enabulele, said Edo Queens' resilience throughout the tournament made the state proud.

“Our girls have truly done us proud. To win the Nigeria Women’s Football League and the WAFU-B championship in the same season is no small feat.

“It requires grit, unity, discipline, resilience and an unshakeable belief in oneself. I am particularly proud of the new management for not only keeping the flame burning but also raising the standard even higher,” he said.

Chairman of Bendel Insurance Football Club, Jarrett Tenebe, described the Edo Queens as warriors.

He said they were ready to conquer Africa sooner than expected due to the motivation the team was receiving from the governor.

Tenebe said meaningful engagement of youths would solve 85 per cent of security challenges in the state.