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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...

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...

Ekiti State Government Makes History with Chartered Flight for Ekiti Queens Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has approved a landmark first-ever chartered flight for Ekiti Queens to honour their NWFL Match Day 11 fixture in Yola. The approval, conveyed through the Technical Adviser on Sports Development, Dr Mrs Olusola Osetoba, underscores the administration’s firm commitment to player welfare and safety. The Baoress Babes are set to face Adamawa Queens in Yola, with the decision eliminating the dangers associated with the long and arduous road journey from Ado-Ekiti. Governor Oyebanji emphasised that he will not risk the lives of players and officials, especially considering prevailing security concerns along the travel route. Ekiti Queens, currently sixth in Group A with 10 points from nine matches, will be aiming to build on the historic backing with a strong performance.

  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...

  Ekiti Queens Brace for Rivers Angels Clash as NWFL Premiership Enters Matchday 8 Ekiti Queens will be aiming to boost their Super Six qualification hopes on Wednesday when they face a stern test against in a decisive Matchday 8 fixture of the . The Abeokuta encounter is seen as a defining moment for Ekiti Queens, who are determined to consolidate their position in a tightly contested group as the regular season edges toward its business end, knowing that every available point could prove crucial in the final standings. Rivers Angels, one of the league’s most experienced sides, are expected to provide stiff opposition, making the clash a high-stakes battle between two ambitious teams eager to strengthen their push for a place in the season-ending Super Six tournament. Across other centres, table-toppers will seek to extend their impressive run when they travel to Owerri to face , while host in Lagos in another crucial fixture. Aba will witness a double-header as take on ...

  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...

Ismail Zainab Finishes Second as NWFL Matchday Six Top Performer Award Is Decided Ismail Zainab of Ekiti Queens has once again demonstrated her growing influence in the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL), finishing second in the voting for the Matchday Six Top Performer Award . The official results, released after the conclusion of fans’ voting across nine centres, placed Zainab just behind the winner in a highly competitive contest that attracted massive participation from supporters nationwide. Zainab polled an impressive 1,170 votes , a strong showing that underlines her consistency and popularity among football fans. Her performance during Matchday Six stood out as one of the most impactful of the round and earned her widespread recognition. In a message to her supporters, Zainab expressed deep appreciation to the fans who voted for her. “I sincerely thank all my fans for their support and for believing in me. Your votes mean a lot to me, and I promise to keep giving my b...

  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 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...

  EKITI QUEENS PLAYER ODUNAYO OL A LEYE APOLOGISES AFTER MISSED PENALTY AS TEAM OFFERS SUPPORT In the spirit of sportsmanship, Ekiti Queens Football Club player Odunayo Olaleye has apologized to the team after missing a penalty in the home fixture against Adamawa Queens. Olaleye, in a message posted on the club’s official group, noted that she accepted full responsibility for the draw recorded at the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium in Ado Ekiti during the Match Day Two match of the Nigeria Women Football League. However, her teammates and members of the technical crew dismissed any notion of personal blame, stating that the result reflected the effort of the entire squad rather than the actions of a single player. They urged her to remain focused and affirmed that the burden of the draw must be carried by the whole team. Message of Apology by Odunayo Olaleye  Ekiti Queens had earlier battled to a 1–1 outcome against Adamawa Queens in a tightly contested match witnessed by home su...

  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.