The Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) has officially announced that its 2025 Annual General Assembly (AGA) will be held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Wednesday, 29 October 2025.
Confirming the development, the Chief Operating Officer of the NWFL, Ms. Modupe Shabi, stated that the 2025 AGA will bring together chairpersons and general managers of NWFL Premiership and Championship clubs, alongside key stakeholders, to discuss the progress and future of women’s football in Nigeria.
According to Ms. Shabi, delegates are expected to arrive on Tuesday, 28 October 2025, ahead of the main congress scheduled for the following day.
Major highlights of this year’s assembly will include the announcement of the 2025/2026 NWFL Premiership kickoff date and the official Premiership Draw, revealing fixtures for the upcoming league season.
The Annual General Assembly serves as the NWFL’s highest decision-making platform, providing an avenue for club representatives, administrators, and stakeholders to review the past season’s activities, discuss strategic reforms, and set the agenda for the ongoing growth of women’s football across the country.
Ms. Shabi expressed optimism about the gathering, noting, “The AGA will offer an opportunity for fruitful deliberations as we collectively advance the growth and development of women’s football in Nigeria.”
The NWFL COO expressed readiness to host all participating clubs and stakeholders in Port Harcourt for what promises to be a pivotal session in shaping the next chapter of the women’s game in Nigeria.
Meanwhile, preparations for the new season are well underway following the conclusion of the 2024/2025 campaign, which saw Bayelsa Queens emerge Premiership champions for a record sixth time after clinching the Super Six title in Ikenne.
Promoted to the NWFL Premiership are Sunshine Queens (Ondo), Castmog Ladies (Ogun), Ahudiyannem Queens (Abia), and Imo Striker Queens (Imo), expanding the top flight to 20 teams ahead of the 2025/2026 season.
In the Championship, newly promoted clubs include Dreamstar Ladies (returnees), Rangers Women (debutants), Rosaria Victrix (debutants), and Solo Wonders (debutants), all securing their places in the NWFL Championship 2026.
