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Ekiti Queens Surge to Safety With Dominant 2-0 Win Over Ibom Angels Ekiti Queens Football Club secured a crucial 2-0 victory over Ibom Angels Football Club on April 22, 2026, marking a third win back-to-back, on Matchday 16 of the Nigeria Women Football League 2025/2026 campaign. The Baoress Babes returned to the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium Ado Ekiti as they built on their previous triumph with another commanding home performance. Heading into the encounter, coach Jacob Vandi side had amassed 16 points and were determined to strengthen their fight against relegation. The hosts started brightly at 4pm, with the attacking trio of Ismail Zainab, Olamide Olanrenwaju and Joke Adeyemo causing constant problems for the visitors. Ekiti Queens took an early lead in the 9th minute when a handball inside the box led to a penalty, which was calmly converted by Odunayo Olaleye to make it 1-0. The midfield trio of Olaleye, Patience Yaro and Endurance Omoraka controlled proceedings, breaking up play...

EKITI GOVT WARNS AGAINST STADIUM VIOLENCE AS EKITI QUEENS RETURN HOME The Ekiti State Government has reiterated its zero tolerance for stadium violence ahead of the return of Ekiti Queens FC to the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium, Ado Ekiti, for their Matchday 15 clash against Pacesetter Queens. This was made known by the Technical Advisor on Sports Development to Governor Biodun Oyebanji, Dr Mrs Olusola Osetoba, who cautioned fans and supporters to maintain order and decorum during the encounter. According to the team's media officer Tosin Popoola, Ekiti Queens will be playing in front of their home crowd for the first time this season after being banished to the MKO Stadium in Abeokuta, Ogun State since December 10, 2025. The Coach Jacob Vandi-led side will face their southwest rivals, Pacesetter Queens of Ibadan, in what is expected to be a highly competitive derby at 4pm on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. The hosts go into the fixture with confidence following a 2-0 victory in the first leg ...

EKITI QUEENS RETURN HOME For SOUTHWEST DERBY CLASH AGAINST PACESETTER ( TOSIN POPOOLA ) Ekiti Queens are set to play in front of their home fans for the first time this season after months of banishment to the MKO Stadium in Abeokuta, Ogun State since December 10, 2025. The Coach Jacob Vandi-led side will host Pacesetter Queens of Ibadan in a Matchday 15 fixture of the 2025/2026 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) season. The highly anticipated southwest derby is scheduled for 4pm at the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium, Ado Ekiti, on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, with expectations of a large turnout from supporters. Ekiti Queens head into the encounter with confidence following a 2-0 victory in the first leg in Ibadan, where goals from Ismail Zainab and Winifred Eyebhoria sealed the win. Excitement has continued to build among fans over the return of the “Baorèss Babes” to their home ground, although the Technical Advisor on Sports Development, Dr Mrs Olusola Osetoba, has warned supporters agains...

Ekiti Queens Duo Earn National U-17 Call-Up The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has invited two players from Ekiti Queens FC as part of a 36-player squad for the national U-17 women’s team camp, the Flamingoes. Defender Fayoke Akinola and defensive midfielder Endurance Omoraka were both listed among the selected players in the officially released document. The invitation, confirmed through a stamped list signed by Team Secretary Arit Robert on behalf of the General Secretary, highlights their growing reputation. Akinola’s inclusion comes on the back of her solid defensive displays, while Omoraka’s consistency in midfield continues to draw attention. In his reaction to the development, head Coach Jacob Vandi explained that the girls selection selection represents a significant milestone for Ekiti Queens FC, reinforcing the club’s contribution to grassroots football development. Recall that Coach Akeem Ishola Busari has been appointed by NFC to take charge of the Flamingoes, repla...

BAORESS BABES’ RESILIENCE SHINES AS EKITI STUN NAIJA RATELS WITH COMEBACK VICTORY IN BWARI Tosin Popoola  Ekiti Queens produced a spirited comeback to defeat Naija Ratels 2-1 in a thrilling Matchday 14 encounter of the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) played at the Bwari Township Stadium, Abuja, on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. The visitors, nicknamed the Baoress Babes, showed character and tactical discipline to overturn a first-half deficit, handing the home side a painful defeat in front of their supporters. Naija Ratels had taken the lead in the 37th minute through Paulina Orshio, who calmly converted from the penalty spot after a foul by Ekiti Queens centre-back, Foluke Opeyori. The goal gave the hosts confidence as they pressed for more before the break. Coach Jacob Vandi’s side, however, responded with urgency, launching wave after wave of attacks in search of an equaliser. Despite their dominance in possession, the first half ended with Ekiti Queens trailing by a lone g...

  Vandi Charges Ekiti Queens to Stay Focused Ahead of Crucial NWFL Clash with Heartland Head coach of Ekiti Queens FC, Jacob Vandi, has urged his players to remain focused and fully prepared ahead of their Match Day 10 encounter in the Nigeria Women Football League against Heartland Queens FC. According to the team’s media officer, Tosin Popoola, the charge was delivered during the team’s final training session at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta, Ogun State, ahead of the 4pm fixture scheduled for Wednesday, March 11. The Adamawa-born tactician, speaking with visible enthusiasm, was observed issuing tactical instructions as the players listened attentively during the session. Vandi also challenged the team to repay the unwavering support of their fans and the Ekiti State Government under Governor Biodun Oyebanji, through the Technical Advisor on Sports Development, Dr Mrs Olusola Osetoba, who has continued to provide backing and necessary provisions for the squad. The game w...

  NWFL Postpones League Fixtures as Ekiti Queens Shift Focus to February 18 Showdown with Rivers Angels Ekiti Queens FC will have to wait longer to return to competitive action after the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) announced the postponement of the ongoing 2025/2026 Premiership season following the conclusion of Week 7 fixtures. The decision, conveyed in an official circular dated January 20, 2026, and signed by Chief Operating Officer Modupe Shabi, explained that the break became necessary after complaints that some clubs have more than five players away on national U-20 team duty, making it difficult to field competitive squads. Check the memo below 👇 👇 👇  According to the league body, the premiership will now resume with Week 8 matches on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, with only a one-week mid-season break scheduled as part of adjustments to the competition calendar. For Ekiti Queens, attention has already shifted to their next fixture against Rivers Angels a...

  Ekiti Queens Fans Applauded for Supporting Ismail Zainab in NWFL Premiership Voting Ekiti Queens Football Club has expressed sincere appreciation to their fans and supporters for casting 801 votes in favour of Ismail Zainab, who finished as the second-highest vote-getter for Matchday Five Top Performer. The club highlighted that the overwhelming backing from supporters underscores the passion and commitment of Ekiti United’s fan base in promoting their players and celebrating women’s football. Ismail Zainab’s performance during Matchday Five drew widespread recognition, with her efforts on the pitch contributing significantly to Ekiti Queens’ competitiveness in the league. Naimot Kazeem of Osun Babes ultimately claimed the top spot with 1,117 votes, while Abasiofon Uwah of Rivers Angels and Ayatsea Hembafan of Nasarawa Amazons also featured among the top nominees. Ekiti United reaffirmed their commitment to supporting their players and encouraging fan engagement as a crucial...

  EKITI QUEENS CLAIM SEASON’S FIRST WIN WITH HARD-FOUGHT ABEOKUTA TRIUMPH Tosin Popoola  Ekiti Queens Football Club recorded their first victory of the Nigeria Women Football League season with a narrow 1–0 win over Naija Ratels Football Club at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta, Ogun State, on a tense matchday encounter. According to Team Media Officer Tosin Popoola, the fixture was relocated from the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium in Ado Ekiti by the League Body following crowd trouble in an earlier match, resulting in a contest played before a sparse gathering of supporters. Naija Ratels applied early pressure in the opening half, probing repeatedly for an opening goal, but the Baoress Babes stayed compact and disciplined at the back to deny their opponents any breakthrough. Ekiti Queens responded with attacking intent as Forwards Seun Fakunle, Amarachi Okoronkwo, and Joke Adeyemo led several forward moves, yet their combined efforts failed to produce a goal before halftime. ...

EKITI QUEENS BRACE FOR CRUCIAL SECOND STANZA OF NWFL SEASON (TOSIN J. POPOOLA) As the new year unfolds, Ekiti Queens Football Club have declared their readiness to confront the challenges of the second stanza of the Nigeria Women Football League, with renewed focus and determination ahead of the decisive phase of the campaign. Speaking during the team’s first official training session of the year at the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium in Ado Ekiti, Head Coach Jacob Vandy said the players were in good physical and mental condition, stressing that the squad had returned with a clear sense of purpose for the months ahead. Vandy noted that despite the difficulties encountered in 2025, the Baoress Babes had resolved to approach the second stanza of the NWFL with confidence and resilience, adding that the experiences from the first half of the season had strengthened the team’s resolve rather than weakened it. The coach also acknowledged the setback arising from the league body’s decision to relocate...

OFFICIAL JOINT STATEMENT MEDIA OFFICES OF EKITI UNITED FC AND EKITI QUEENS FC The Oluyemi Kayode Stadium in Ado Ekiti will host a full day of football on Wednesday, December 10, as two representative teams of Ekiti State feature in consecutive league fixtures. Ekiti United FC will face Solution FC in a Nigeria National League Match Day 5 encounter scheduled for 1.00 p.m. Later in the day, Ekiti Queens FC will play Edo Queens FC in a Nigeria Women Football League Match Day 3 fixture beginning at 4.00 p.m. The two clubs invite football supporters and residents across Ekiti State to attend the matches and give their backing throughout the day. Admission into the stadium remains free. These fixtures provide an opportunity to demonstrate public support for the clubs that represent the Ekiti State Government. A strong turnout will help create a unified atmosphere and reinforce the growing profile of football in the state. Signed Tosin J. Popoola Media Officer, Ekiti Queens FC Blessing Akinye...

  Ekiti Queens Battle Back To Secure 1–1 Draw Against Adamawa Queens In Ado Ekiti MEDIA OFFICER  TOSIN POPOOLA  Ekiti Queens FC settled for a 1–1 draw against visiting Adamawa Queens FC at the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium in Ado Ekiti, in a match that left the home supporters deeply disappointed after witnessing several missed chances and late tension across the stands.  The game opened with strong intent from Ekiti Queens, who held the early momentum and pressed aggressively in search of a breakthrough against a determined defensive line. Throughout the first half, Ekiti Queens controlled possession and created a series of promising openings, producing more than ten shots on target, although none of those efforts succeeded in beating the Adamawa Queens goalkeeper, who maintained remarkable composure under constant pressure from repeated waves of attack by the home side. The visitors improved their rhythm after the restart and capitalised on a moment of hesitation when ...

  Ekiti Queens FC opened their Nigeria Women Football League 2025/26 Season with a narrow 2-1 loss to Heartland FC at the Dan Anyiam Stadium in Owerri Imo State, after a demanding first half in which all three goals were scored and the visitors were unable to reclaim their early advantage. The Baoress Babes made a bright start and moved ahead in the third minute when Amarachi Okoronkwo produced a composed finish that rewarded their early attacking rhythm. Heartland FC levelled the match in the thirteenth minute through a penalty converted by Chizoba Johnson, a moment that shifted control and placed greater pressure on the Ekiti back line. The Hosts completed the turnaround before the interval when Emmanuella James struck the home side’s second goal, leaving Ekiti Queens in pursuit of an equaliser throughout the second half. Despite steady movement in midfield and a series of late attempts, the visitors were kept at bay by firm defending from Heartland FC. Coach Jacob Vandy enco...

  Ekiti Queens Football Club say they are fully focused and confident ahead of their Match Week One clash in the Nigeria Women Football League away to Heartland Queens Football Club at the Dan Anyiam Stadium in Owerri where the match is scheduled to hold on Wednesday. Team Manager Felicia Okunola told Team Media Officer Tosin Popoola that the Coach Jacob Vandy led side approach the opening fixture of the 2025 to 2026 season with a renewed drive to improve on the standards they set during the previous campaign. Okunola also praised the Ekiti State Government for providing the support and logistics needed to help the squad overcome the challenges expected in a long and demanding league season. Supporters across Ekiti State and those living abroad believe the team will give a strong account of themselves when Captain Foluke Opeyori leads Ekiti Queens Football Club onto the pitch tomorrow.

  The Ekiti State Office of Sports Development has announced the immediate suspension of Team Manager of Ekiti Queens Football Club, Mrs. Moji Adekanye, following allegations of unethical behavior. The suspension, confirmed in a statement signed by Dr. Olusola Osetoba, Technical Advisor to the Governor Biodun Oyebanji on Sports Development, reflects the administration’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and sportsmanship within the club and across all state sporting activities. A disciplinary committee has been constituted to address the matter, with Chief Olu Oloworemo appointed as Chairman.  Other committee members include Hon. Tunde Adesanya, Hon. Kola Owoseni, and Mr. Mayowa Ogundele, with Abegunde Clement serving as Secretary. Ekiti Queens FC, a prominent figure in Nigeria’s women’s football scene, has emphasized its dedication to ethical practices and fair play.  Further details of the investigation and disciplinary proce...