Strategic partners to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) on the President Federation Cup, GTI Asset Management and Trust Limited, have assured football fans across the country of a truly memorable finale to the 77th edition of Nigeria’s oldest domestic football competition.
In a press statement released to journalists on Wednesday, GTI’s Head of Media and Publicity, Andrew Ekejiuba, confirmed that preparations for this year’s grand finale are in top gear, promising fans a spectacular blend of high-quality football and top-notch entertainment at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos, on Saturday, June 28, 2025.
“Mobolaji Johnson Arena will come alive with soccer fireworks and thrilling entertainment,” said Ekejiuba. “Finalists in both the women’s and men’s categories will take center stage, showcasing talent, grit, and passion that define the spirit of the President Federation Cup.”
In the men’s final, Kwara United will face off against the resilient underdogs Abakaliki FC in what promises to be a fiercely contested encounter. Kwara United earned their spot after a hard-fought 1-0 semi-final victory over 2023/2024 NPFL champions, Rangers of Enugu.
Their opponents, Abakaliki FC — fondly known as De Rice Boys — have had a fairytale run, knocking out four NPFL teams on their way to the final. After defeating Yobe Desert Stars in the Round of 64, they went on to stun Katsina United, Enyimba FC, and Nasarawa United. Their semi-final victory against high-flying Ikorodu City sealed their place in the final, scheduled to kick off at 4:00 p.m.
In the women’s category, Rivers Angels of Port Harcourt will lock horns with Nasarawa Amazons in a much-anticipated final at 1:00 p.m. Rivers Angels, nine-time champions, are gunning for a historic 10th title, but must overcome a formidable Nasarawa side determined to reclaim the trophy they last won in 2019 — coincidentally by defeating Rivers Angels.
An intriguing subplot to the match is Josephine Mathias, the current captain of Nasarawa Amazons, who was part of the Rivers Angels squad that lost that historic 2019 final. The encounter promises to be a thrilling rematch full of intensity and pride.
Both matches will be streamed live on SuperSport and Propel Sports Africa platforms, allowing fans across the country and beyond to witness the drama and excitement unfold.
GTI remains committed to developing Nigerian football through strategic partnerships and investment, and the 2025 President Federation Cup final is another step in that direction.
