Bayelsa Queens technical adviser Whyte Ogbonda has said it is important for his team to build on the win over Naija Ratels.

The Prosperity Girls are in third position on the Nigeria Women Football League, NWFL, Group A table following a 5-0 win over Naija Ratels at the Samson Siasia Stadium on Wednesday.

Faith Andy’s own goal in the 25^th minute through a Dooshima Tarnum’s free-kick opened the flood-gate of goals as she head the ball into her own post, Delight Isaac made it two-nil in 45+1 minute to end the first half 2-0.

On resumption for the second half, Alaba Olabiyi missed a one-on-one with the goalkeeper of Naija Ratels to have made it three, but her effort was save by the goalkeeper and it was captain for Bayelsa Queens, Vera Samuel that got the third goal in the 50^th minutes with a screamer from outside box to make it 3-0 and put the game beyond their opponent.

Kesiena Ojoyovwi made it four as she converted a penalty in the 67^th minute and scored her brace in 89 minutes to end the encounter 5-0.

Whyte said their ambition is to secure a Super Six ticket and will take it from there.

“It’s a thing of joy to have scored this number of goals against a strong side like Naija Ratels.

“We were very much aware of the importance of goals as the league edges towards its climax. We spoke about this during our training sessions”.

“With due respect to our opponents, but if we had taken all our chances today, we should have scored up to eight goals.

“I praise my girls for heeding to our game plans.

“Our next game against Pacesetters Queens in Ibadan will be taken seriously knowing what stage of the competition we are in now, and our target is to remain between the top two sides at the end of the season going into the Super Six”, Whyte Ogbonda added.

Bayelsa Queens technical adviser, Whyte Ogbonda is staying positive despite his team’s defeat to Edo Queens last week Wednesday.

The Prosperity Girls were defeated 4-1 by Edo Queens in Benin on Wednesday 11 March, 2026.

Chioama Moses and Atume Doosuur were on target as they both scored a brace for Edo Queens, while Ifeanyi Kindness grabbed the only goal for Bayelsa Queens.

 Ogbonda promised that his team will bounce back from the defeat.

“We lost, come back to make a few corrections, we just have to continue to encourage the players to express themselves properly before the next game,” Ogbonda told Bayelsa Queens media.

“We are quite optimistic as the season proceeds.”

Bayelsa Queens remain at the top of Group A table with 21 points despite the loss and might drop as the team is on bye this week.

 

Edo Queens took advantage of an error-strewn Bayelsa Queens performance in the Nigeria Women Football League to rack up a 4-1 win in a matchday 10 encounter on Wednesday.

The Prosperity Girls fell 3-0 down inside 13 minutes at the Samuel Ogbemudia stadium in Benin. Atume Doosuur netted twice for Moses Aduku’s side, with Chioma Moses also scoring a brace.

From the blast of the whistle Edo Queens came all out and attacked Bayelsa Queens and it paid off in 4 minutes, when Atume Doosuur scored and doubled it in the 9^th minute.

Striker Chioma Moses made it 3-0 on 13 minutes and 30^th minute to end the first half four-nil.

Kindness Ifeanyi pulled one back for Bayelsa Queens in the 75^th minute, but it was just only a consolatory goal for the 2025 NWFL Champions.

Despite an improved showing after the break, there was no way back on the day for Bayelsa Queens, who have lost two matches (one against Heartland and now Edo Queens).

Speaking after the match, Coach Whyte Ogbonda of Bayelsa Queens admitted that he was not impressed with the way his team performed.

“I was shocked as to what happened today, the team did not clique in the first half, but came out in the second half, but it was too late as the deed was done in the first Half”, Coach Whyte said.

“For us, the most important thing is to keep believing in what we are capable of doing and keep working hard. We will continue to fight until the end because our objective is to take Bayelsa Queens back to where the club belongs,” Coach Whyte Ogbonda added.

Bayelsa Queens still top Group A with superior goals of +11.

The Chairman Bayelsa Queens FC, Pastor Robin Angonimi Apreala, has on behalf of the management, technical crew, players and support staff, extends heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to our amiable, transparent, purposeful and loyal leader, His Excellency Dr. Peter Pereotubo Akpe, Deputy Governor, Bayelsa State on the occasion of his 55^th birthday.

Pastor Apreala said the Deputy Governor’s unwavering loyalty, commitment, and dedication to the values of equity, justice, and selfless service to humanity will continue to be a source of inspiration for all of us, particularly the members of Bayelsa Queens Football Club.

The Bayelsa Queens Chairman described Dr. Peter Pereotubo Akpe as an amazing Deputy Governor, who has proven to be dependable and reliable in loyalty to his principal.

According to Pastor Apreala, Dr. Akpe’s humility in leadership and relentless dedication to grassroots progress serve as a beacon of hope for the people of the State.

Pastor Robin Angonimi Apreala on behalf of the team prayed that the coming years of the deputy Governor be filled with success, peace, and impactful achievements for the overall growth and development of our state, elevating us to greater heights, and described Dr. Peter Pereotubo Akpe as a man with unique qualities rare to find.

While wishing the Deputy Governor a Happy Birthday and prosperous years ahead, Pastor Robin Angonimi Apreala added that the years ahead will bring Dr. Akpe all the best things that life has got to offer in good health and prosperity.

Bayelsa Queens Football Club Chairman, Pastor Robin Angonimi Apreala has expressed profound gratitude to the Prosperity Government, led by Senator Douye Diri, for the unwavering support for the team and general commitment to sports and youth development.

Pastor Apreala said he is happy with the support the club is getting from the Governor, who he says has been making commendable investments in sports infrastructure, programmes and initiatives aimed at empowering young people.

“Governor Diri’s impact on sports and youth development in Bayelsa State is unparalleled,” Pastor Apreala said.

The soft spoken Amasoma sports administrator said the Prosperity administration’s efforts have transformed the sports landscape, providing opportunities for the youth to excel and showcase their talents.”

Apreala highlighted the Governor’s dedication to creating conducive environments for athletes to thrive and his commitment to sports development is not limited to infrastructure alone.

Pastor Robin Angonimi Apreala also thanked the Deputy Governor Pastor Peter Pereotubo Akpe, for his fatherly role in making sure that all Bayelsa Queens needed are given to the team, for the Commissioner for Sports Champion Baraladei Daniel Igali, Pastor Apreala said his care and advise towards Bayelsa Queens FC is unwavering.

Pastor Robin Angonimi Apreala added that with the care and love shown to the club, the Prosperity Girls will make the State proud as the second stanza of the 2025/26 NWFL Premiership season begins on Wednesday 11 March, 2026 as they play away to Edo Queens.