Author: Preye Yabrifa

Bayelsa Queens FC pays last respect to Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo

Preye Yabrifa
Chairman Bayelsa Queens FC Pastor Robin Angonimi Apreala, on Friday, led the management, technical crew, players and support staff to pay their last respect to the departed deputy governor Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo at his country home in Ofoni community.
Pastor Robin Apreala has expressed deep sorrow over the death of the Bayelsa State Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, who passed away on the 11 of December, 2025.
Speaking to the media during the burial mass at St Paul Catholic Church, Ofoni,, Pastor Apreala described the late deputy governor as a man who will be deeply missed for his generosity, compassion towards humanity, and the unwavering commitment to the development of Bayelsa State, most especially the sporting industry.
The soft spoken Bayelsa Queens Chairman also noted that Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo was a key reformer of the sporting system in the State, especially football.
He praised the late Deputy Governor as a dedicated public servant whose career was marked by loyalty, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to the development of Bayelsa State.
“From his years as Commissioner to his service in the Senate and later as Deputy Governor, Senator Ewhrudjakpo gave his all to the progress of our State,” Pastor Apreala said.
According to Pastor Apreala, the circumstance of Ewhrudjakpo’s death underscores his dedication to service.
“He apparently defied illness to serve the people of Bayelsa State,” Pastor Apreala said.
The Bayelsa Queens FC Chairman extended condolences to Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, as well as the government and people of the state and the Ewhrudjakpo family, urging them to take solace in the life of commitment and service lived by the deceased.
 “It is my sincere prayer that the Almighty God will be with them and give them the strength to survive this hour of pain and sorrow,” Pastor Robin Angonimi Apreala added.
Pastor Apreala said Bayelsa State and Nigeria had lost “a gem,” but urged the people of the State and his immediate family to take comfort in the fact that Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo lived a life dedicated to public service.
“May his gentle soul rest in sweet repose,” he said.

Kindness scores brace as Bayelsa Queens beat Adamawa Queens 4-1 to extend perfect streak

Bayelsa Queens still top Group A in the NWFL Premiership after beating Adamawa Queens away on Wednesday. This extends their perfect record to six wins in a matchday 7 game.

The visitors made a stunning start to the contest and went ahead after just 2 minutes when Kindness Ifeanyi scored with a poacher’s effort.

Adamawa Queens responded in the 28th minute when Esther Afensemi blasted a free kick into the top corner to level the score.

The Prosperity Girls regained the lead before the break, with captain Blessing Ilivieda in the 32nd minute while Janet Akekoromowei made it 3-1 in the thirty-sixth minutes to end the first half in their favour.

Bayelsa Queens continued to press after the interval and created several opportunities, while Adamawa Queens also threatened, but their efforts produced no goal, instead it was Kindness Ifeanyi that completed her brace in the 66th minute to put the game beyond Adamawa Queens.

Bayelsa Queens Technical Adviser, Whyte Ogbonda, commended his players for their commitment and resilience after the Prosperity Girls defeated their host Adamawa Queens 4-1.

“The players showed character and gave their best in every game. To remain unbeaten in matchday 7 says a lot about their mentality”, Coach Whyte added.

Up next, Bayelsa Queens will play another away fixture against Heartland Queens of Owerri at the Dan Anyiam Stadium, in Owerri.

 

 

Bayelsa Queens beat Rivers Angels 2-0, to stay top

Bayelsa Queens FC beat Rivers Angels 2-0 at the Southern Delta University Stadium Ozoro, which is the temporary home ground for the Prosperity Girls as the Samson Siasia Stadium is under-going a facelift on Wednesday, with Janet Akekoromowei opening the scoring before Kindness Chinasa scored the second.

Janet put the Prosperity Girls ahead with a shot from close range in the 26th minute, before Kindness Chinasa made it two-nil 6 minutes later to double the home side’s advantage.

Despite falling behind, Rivers Angels had chances to change the game. They hit the woodwork and Agatha Thompson made a magnificent save to keep Rivers Angels at bay and to end the first half 2-0.

Agatha was largely untroubled before the break, though she had to be alert at the beginning of the second half to prevent a goal as she parried a shot for a corner kick.

Jennifer Oliver of Bayelsa Queens was sent off in the 75th minute after a second booking as she was given a yellow card in the 45th minute.

Despite playing with one man down for 15 minutes, it was Bayelsa Queens that almost got a third goal but Alaba Olabiyi’s shot went slightly over the post.

Bayelsa Queens defence held firm under pressure, preserving the lead and securing a famous victory over one of the league’s most decorated sides. The result extends the Prosperity Girls impressive run in the league and keeps their dream of another league title alive as they stay top with 15 points.

“Every game is the biggest test for this team because the expectation is very high,” Coach Whyte Ogbonda said.

“We are ready for this game against Rivers Angels and we have played every game in the league as if it’s a cup final and try to give everything,” Coach Whyte added..

 

Bayelsa Queens beat Rivers Angels 2-0, to stay top

Bayelsa Queens FC beat Rivers Angels 2-0 at the Southern Delta University Stadium Ozoro, which is the temporary home ground for the Prosperity Girls as the Samson Siasia Stadium is under-going a facelift on Wednesday, with Janet Akekoromowei opening the scoring before Kindness Chinasa scored the second.

Janet put the Prosperity Girls ahead with a shot from close range in the 26th minute, before Kindness Chinasa made it two-nil 6 minutes later to double the home side’s advantage.

Despite falling behind, Rivers Angels had chances to change the game. They hit the woodwork and Agatha Thompson made a magnificent save to keep Rivers Angels at bay and to end the first half 2-0.

Agatha was largely untroubled before the break, though she had to be alert at the beginning of the second half to prevent a goal as she parried a shot for a corner kick.

Jennifer Oliver of Bayelsa Queens was sent off in the 75th minute after a second booking as she was given a yellow card in the 45th minute.

Despite playing with one man down for 15 minutes, it was Bayelsa Queens that almost got a third goal but Alaba Olabiyi’s shot went slightly over the post.

Bayelsa Queens defense held firm under pressure, preserving the lead and securing a famous victory over one of the league’s most decorated sides. The result extends the Prosperity Girls impressive run in the league and keeps their dream of another league title alive as they stay top with 15 points.

“Every game is the biggest test for this team because the expectation is very high,” Coach Whyte Ogbonda said.

“We are ready for this game against Rivers Angels, and we have played every game in the league as if it’s a cup final and try to give everything,” Coach Whyte added..