Month: May 2026
Bayelsa Queens FC moves to round 16 of President Federation Cup after beating Pacesetters Queens1-0
Bayelsa Queens Football Club, today defeated Pacesetters Queens 1-0 and sailed through to the round of 16 in the ongoing 2026 President Federation Cup.
Striker Kesiena Ojiyowv proved unstoppable as she fired a second half goal to help the 2023 Champions regained confidence and sealed a deserved one-nil victory against the stubborn Pacesetters Queens.
Pacesetters Queens and Byaelsa Queens ended the first-half goalless, after both team came close to scoring. But it was the Prosperity Girls that scored in the 38 minutes only for the referee to rule it for an offside.
As the second half began, Bayelsa Queens FC came out better as they launched series of attacks on their opponent and it paid off in the 47th minute when Kesiena Ojiyowv found the back of the net to give the Prosperity Girls the only goal of the game. They continued to mount pressure on their opponents., but could not get a second goal to end the match with a slim goal margin.
Bayelsa Queens FC won the 2023 edition of the Federation Cup after defeating Rivers Angels 4-2 on penalties after regulation time ended goalless at the Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba on June 21, 2023.
Bayelsa Queens technical adviser, Whyte Ogbonda, applauded his team’s determination after they secured the 1-0 win against Pacesetters Queens.
Whyte attributed the win to his players’ hard work and determination.
He expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance, noting that they have been working to move up towards the right direction, which is to win the President Federation Cup.
“With their current trajectory, Bayelsa Queens is poised to make a strong showing in this year’s President Federation cup, and their win over Pacesetters Queens has provided a much-needed boost to our campaign,” Whyte said.
“Bayelsa Queens victory over Pacesetters Queens demonstrates the players capabilities and underscores their commitment to succeeding in this year’s competition and are well-equipped to handle the challenge”, Coach Whyte Ogbonda added.
Bayelsa Queens lost to Ekiti Queens
Bayelsa Queens FC on Wednesday fell 0-1 to Ekiti Queens in the matchday 18 of the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership at the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium in Ekiti State.
A defensive lapse allowed Joke Adeyemo to pounce, lifting the ball over the advancing Linda Jiwuaku in goal for Bayelsa Queens in the 4th minute to hand Ekiti Queens the lead, which was enough to separate both sides, giving the hosts a slender one-nil win over the Prosperity Girls in Ekiti.
The Prosperity Girls went into the encounter looking to end the regular season on a high, but lost their last game by a slim goal margin.
After the goal, Bayelsa Queens battle for control, but clear-cut chances were scarce to end the first half 0-1.
Bayelsa Queens created clear chances, but missed goalscoring opportunities.
In 80 minutes of play, what Bayelsa Queens thought was a goal by Sofiat Bankole, to make it 1-1 was ruled for an off-side
The defeat means Bayelsa Queens ends the regular season on 37 points and still top Group A.
Coach Whyte Ogbonda and his players will now turn their focus to the Super Six, fine-tuning their attacking play and defensive organisation.
Despite the loss, Bayelsa Queens technical adviser Whyte Ogbonda commended his team for their effort.
“It was a good game, I would say. But the result would have been different if we had taken our chances,” Ogbonda said after the game.
Meanwhile, in the President Federation Cup, Bayelsa Princesses lost 1-2 to Ikukuoma Queens of Imo State.
Apreala tasks newly wedded couples on peaceful co-existence
Pastor Robin Angonimi Apreala, Chairman Bayelsa Queens FC has once again demonstrated his leadership quality by attending the marriage of one of his staff, Mr Izonebi Olomo here in Yenagoa.
Pastor Robin AngonimiApreala, on Saturday urged Mr and Mrs Izonebi Olomo to live in peace with one another for the union to last long.
The Bayelsa Queens Chairman made the call at a reception organised for the couples in Yenagoa.
Pastor Robin Angonimi Apreala, who was represented by Chief Sokari Izonfatei, reminded the couples of the need to imbibe the fear of God in their marriage which is very important.
He said that Christianity forbids beating or abusing marriage partner on the premise that the conjugal union was consummated to instil happiness, love and mutual trust in the minds of each other and called on the couples to imbibe the spirit of fairness.
‘Marriage is a journey of joy, growth, and occasional challenges,’ Pastor Apreala said.
‘On your wedding, my best wishes are there with you two. May your love be the enduring crown jewel that ties together the life you are getting into’.
Pastor Robin Angonimi Apreala, admonishes Mr and Mrs Izonebi on how to make their married life a beautiful journey of shared experiences and mutual fulfilment.
He urged the couples to always respect each other’s feelings and opinions as it builds a strong foundation of mutual trust and understanding.
The soft-spoken Bayelsa Queens Chairman said effective communication is the key to resolving conflicts and understanding each other better and added that they should share responsibilities, like household chores, financial responsibilities, and that decision-making strengthens the bond and creates a sense of equality.
Chairman of the occasion, Mr. Williams Ajayi, called on the couples to be submissive to each other and that no one should be the boss at home, even as the man is the head of the family.
‘On this momentous occasion, which marks the start of your life together I wish you that the journey you are stepping be a happy one filled with peace and harmony, romance and passion, joy and laughter, and much more,’ Mr Williams Ajayi added.
