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NWFL Champions Bayelsa Queens FC Launches it’s Official Website

In a significant move to modernize its operations and deepen its connection with a global fanbase, the reigning Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) champions, Bayelsa Queens Football Club, have officially announced the launch of their new website.

The launch comes at a time of immense success for the Yenagoa-based club, having recently secured their record-extending sixth NWFL Premiership title. The website is designed to be a one-stop hub for everything related to the club, providing fans, scouts, and the media with verified information.

The management of the club, led by Chairman Pastor Robin Angonimi Apreala, emphasized that this digital transition is part of a broader strategy supported by the Bayelsa State Government to professionalize the club’s image.

Fans are encouraged to visit the site and sign up for newsletters to stay informed about the 2025/26 season. The club also reminds fans to follow their verified social media handles on Facebook and Instagram for integrated updates.

Visit the official site today: www.bayelsaqueensfootballclub.ng

Bayelsa Queens battles Delta Queens

Bayelsa Queens FC quest to extend its dominance in Nigeria women football will continue tomorrow as they take on table toppers Delta Queens FC of Asaba.

It is one of the last games of the first round of the NWFL Premiership, which will be played at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Ovom, Yenagoa.

Apart from Delta Queens, Bayelsa Queens is contending with six other teams in Group A in their race for the trophy.

The Prosperity Girls said they have put their 1-1 draw with Naija Ratels last week behind them and focus on the game with Delta Queens.

Domo Okara, technical adviser Bayelsa Queens FC, said they are going to take the match seriously as a slip will not be healthy for the team.

Asec wins Wafu Zone B qualifiers

Asec Mimosas of Cote d’ Ivoire won the fifth edition of rhe Wafu Zone B CAF Womem’s Champions League qualifiers beating Nigerian Women’s Football League Premiership Champions Bayelsa Queens 8-7 on penalties at the Charles Konan Banny Stadium in Yamoussoukro, on Friday 5th September, 2025. The Nigerian title holders and 2022 winners of the Wafu Zone B CAF Women’s Champions League qualifiers Bayelsa Queens, fell behind in the 5th minute, when Ani Prisca Diallo scored for the host. The Prosperity Girls pushed for a fight back came through as they equalized 13 minutes later through Emem Esseien’s header and with parity restored, Bayelsa Queens put pressure on the defense of the host but could not get the much needed goal to end the first 45 minutes 1-1. After the restart, the girls from Yenagoa did everything to score, but the Ivoiriens were thwarting their effort. At the end of 90 minutes and extra 30 minutes, it was still 1-1 and it went to penalty and Bayelsa Queens lost 7-8 to

Bayelsa Queens have arrived in Ijebu Ode

Bayelsa Queens have arrived in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State as the five-time NWFL champions get set for the NWFL Super Six starting in Ikenne on Friday.

A delegation of 28 players and thirteen officials, led by Chairman Pastor Robin Angonimi Apreala, got to Ijebu Ode on Wednesday evening.

The team is settled in their hotel and are expected to have their first training session tomorrow evening.

Upon arrival, Pastor Robin Angonimi Apreala charged the team to be focus on the assignment before them and not to allow anything distracts them from the goal and aspiration of the team, as much is expected of them back home.

On his part, Technical Adviser of the team, Whyte Ogbonda urged the player to be united as unity brings positive result.

“As we’re here, we need all the concentration and we have to be with one mind as a house divided against itself will not stand,” Coach Ogbonda added.

The NWFL Super Six serves as a qualifying tournament for the WAFU-B CAF Women’s Champions League qualifier and the winner will go on to represent Nigeria.

Chairman Urges Bayelsa Queens to Stay Focus

Chairman Bayelsa Queens FC, Pastor Robin Angonimi Apreala, has called on his players to maintain full concentration and determination as they gear up for their NWFL Super Six in Ikenne, Ogun State.

During a light training session on Monday morning, Pastor Apreala reminded his squad not to let the excitement of their recent run of play in the regular season distract them from their NWFL Super Six responsibilities.

“We must double our efforts and stay mentally and physically sharp if we truly aim to meet our season goals,” Pastor Robin Angonimi Apreala said.

He also stressed the importance of finishing the season strongly, adding that the team must now increase their intensity in pursuit of silverware as they have exited the President Federation Cup.

The Bayelsa Queens Football Club Chairman, Pastor Apreala also expressed profound gratitude to the Prosperity Government, led by Senator Douye Diri, for the unwavering support the team has been getting.

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

Pastor Robin Angonimi Apreala also thanked the Deputy Governor Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, 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 Robin Angonimi Apreala said his care and advise towards Bayelsa Queens FC is unwavering, while also thanking the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Sports Development, Mrs Grace Alagoa for her motherly role and love for the team.

“We promise to do our very best to make sure we come back home with the trophy as the team has been fully motivated by the Prosperity Government,” Pastor Apreala said.

“We’re also calling on our esteemed supporters to put us in their prayers for us to succeed,” Pastor Robin Angonimi Apreala added.

The Prosperity Girls will travel to Ikenne on Thursday for the NWFL Super Six competition, where they will face Edo Queens, Rivers Angels, Naija Ratels, Nasarawa Amazons and Remo Stars Queens.

Bayelsa Queens draw with Naija Ratels to stay unbeaten

Bayelsa Queens were held to goalless draw in Abuja in a matchday 14 NWFL game on Wednesday 30th April, 2025, a result which maintains their unbeaten record this regular season with the Super Six on the horizon.

It looked like Naija Ratels first-half onslaught might be enough to get a goal, but the Prosperity Girls stood firm in defense.

Bayelsa Queens might have won the game at the death, but a bicycle-kick missed by Mercy Omokwo from a cross from the right flank.

Nevertheless, the draw means the Prosperity Girls have still not lost a game in the regular season against opposition in Group B since January when the league started and leaves them in 34 points to top the table, becoming the only team to complete a top-flight campaign without losing this season.

The result also allowed Bayelsa Queens to extend their run without losing away from home this regular season winning three and drawing four matches.

“Today, I am a happy coach and the team is happy also as we finished the regular season unbeaten and this will definitely spur the team ahead of the Super Six,” said Bayelsa Queens Technical Adviser Whyte Ogbonda said.

“I am proud because I didn’t expect such a performance from Naija Ratels. We didn’t just defend well but we also played good football and created chances,” Coach Whyte said.

“We never let our heads go down and for Naija Ratels, they are a good side and they gave us a scare, getting a draw here is a really well-deserved point,” added Whyte Ogbonda

Bayelsa Queens edge Rivers Angels in last home game of the season

Bayelsa Queens FC, defeated Rivers Angels 1-0 in a matchday 13 fixtures of the NWFL Premiership on Wednesday 23 April, 2025, at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa, to maintain their 100% winning home record.

Both teams already qualified for the Super Six were playing for a top of Group B clash.

Alaba Olabiyi scored the only goal of the game in the 3rd minute of play from a corner-kick from Dooshima Tarnum.

Nine minutes into the match, the game was stopped due to heavy down pour that made the pitch unplayable, and after 23 minutes play resumed.

The Prosperity Girls lost a chance to make it two – nil from the penalty spot, as Alexander Florence fired her kick over the post in the 45th minute.

The win means Bayelsa Queens FC have won 10 matches and drew 3 in 13 games with 33 points.

“I’m happy that out of six points at stake against Rivers Angels, we got 4 points, it’s was a good result for Bayelsa Queens,” Bayelsa Queens Technical Adviser, Whyte Ogbonda said.

“My target and the target of the team is to qualify for the CAF Women’s Champions League and for us to do that we need to win the Super Six in Ikenne,” Coach Whyte Ogbonda added.

The last game for the Prosperity Girls is an away match against Naija Ratels in Abuja on Wednesday 30th April, 2025.

Whyte backs Prosperity Girls despite draw

Bayelsa Queens Technical Adviser, Whyte Ogbonda has rallied behind his players who has already sealed a place in the 2025 NWFL Super Six despite their 1-1 draw to Adamawa Queens away on Wednesday 16 April, 2025.

The girls from Yenagoa, scored first in the 8th minutes through Delight Isaac while Adamawa Queens levelled in the second half by Katon Waken in the 48 minutes.

The Prosperity Girls are still top on the table in Group B with 30 points from 12 matches.

Whyte said irrespective of their draw to Adamawa Queens, he gives thumb up to his players.

“The result wasn’t a reflection of the players’ performance but I have believe in my players to do the needful at the end of the season.

“I’m satisfied with the players’ performance, one thing about football, you win some, draw some and lose some,” Whyte said.

Bayelsa Queens have won nine matches, drawn three and have not lost a game in 12 matches.

Next for the Prosperity Girls is a South – South derby game against perennial rivals Rivers Angels on Wednesday 23 April, 2025, at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa.

Bayelsa Queens FC Resumes for second round

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Bayelsa Queens has resumed for the second stanza of the NWFL Premiership.

The Prosperity Girls went on a one week break after the last game in the first round where they lost 1-2 to visiting Delta Queens of Asaba in matchday 7 of the league on the 18th of January, 2023.

The league will resume on the 8th of February, 2023 and Bayelsa Queens Football Club will play away to Delta Queens in Asaba.

The Asaba landladies are top of the log with 16 points while Bayelsa Queens are second on 11 points.

Technical Adviser Bayelsa Queens FC, Domo Okara said his girls are fully prepared for the second round of the league and promised to work on the grey areas noticed in the first stanza of the league.

Bayelsa Queens ends first stanza with a loos

Bayelsa Queens, ended their quest for glory in the first stanza of the NWFL Premiership on a shaky footing, losing 1-2 at home to Delta Queens FC of Asaba, in a matchday seven encounter of the league.

However, Bayelsa Queens’ loss was not for lack of effort. Rather, the Yenagoa-based team was beaten because they lost cohesion each time they got to their opponents’ goal area.

Today’s game at the Samson Siasia Stadium was the last match of the first round in Group A of the NWFL Premiership.

Bayelsa Queens dominated the first half of the match, but they could not break Delta Queens tight defence.

Bayelsa Queens midfielder, Aderemi Mary saw red in the 24th minutes of play after she got her second booking and Bayelsa Queens held their guest to a goalless first half.

On resumption of the second half, the girls from Asaba looked more purposeful and the scored their first goal in the 51st minute of play through Chinaza Agoh, and as if the Prosperity Girls had learnt their lessons after the goal, Bayelsa Queens took the fight to their opponents in search of a leveler and it paid off when Chinyere Igboamalu equalized for the home side in the 55 minute.

When it seemed that Bayelsa Queens will be coasting home with a draw, they lost their bearing in the fight, and Delta Queens scored a late goal in the 90 miinute through Chinaza Agoh again to give them the needed win.

Bayelsa Queens still are in second place on the log with 11 points from seven matches while Delta Queens is top of the summit with 16 points from the same number of matches.

It is the first loss t home for the Prosperity Girls three seasons now and the league will be going on a two week break to return on the 8 of February, 2023.

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