The Federal Capital Territory Football Association (FCT-FA) has disbursed a total sum of N720,000 to Area Councils in preparation for the inaugural FCT FA Inter-Area Councils Women’s Tournament, which is set to kick off on April 10, 2025.
The funding was announced at a media briefing held at Area 10 in Abuja on Thursday, with each of the six participating Area Council teams receiving N120,000 to support their preparations for the competition.
The six Area Councils in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abaji, Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), Bwari, Gwagwalada, Kuje, and Kwali were all represented at the event.
FCT FA chairman, Alhaji Adam Mouktar Mohammed, while addressing the media, said the tournament aligns with his administration’s vision to foster the development of women’s football and provide opportunities for young female players in the capital.
He said, “This tournament is part of our commitment to providing a platform for the girl-child through football. We believe this initiative will not only boost women’s participation in the sport but also change the perception and narrative of women’s football in the FCT and beyond.”
Mohammed credited the initiative to an FCT FA board member and head of the women’s football committee, Mrs Pat Ayegba-Jubril, commending her dedication to advancing the women’s game in the region.
“I must acknowledge Mrs Ayegba-Jubril for her vision and commitment to the growth of women’s football in the FCT. Her dedication to this cause has been instrumental in bringing this initiative to life, and we are excited about the positive impact it will have on the future of the game,” the FA boss said.
Ayegba-Jubril emphasised the critical role of financial support in ensuring that the teams are adequately prepared for the tournament.
“This funding will assist the councils in getting their teams ready for the competition. It’s time to elevate women’s football and ensure that girls at the grassroots level have access to the same opportunities as their counterparts globally. We are passionate about grassroots development and must encourage more girls to participate in sports,” Ayegba-Jubril said.
The maiden FCT FA Inter-Area Council Women’s Tournament will feature six teams, divided into two groups, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the semi-finals.
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