Among the confirmed VIPs are four state governors:
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Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos)
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Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq (Kwara)
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Governor Abdullahi Sule (Nasarawa)
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Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas (rtd.), Sole Administrator of Rivers State
They will be joined by Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to the President, Mr. Seyi Tinubu, and SSA to the President on Grassroots Sports, Mr. Anthony Adeyinka Adeboye, along with a host of Nigerian music and movie stars.
Leading the football delegation will be NFF President and WAFU B leader, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, alongside members of the NFF Executive Committee, Management, and the GTI Group, led by Alhaji Abubakar Lawal.
Honouring Legends
In a special tribute, the Lagos State Football Association will honour Pa Biliaminu Thanni, the oldest living winner of the Nigeria National Cup, recognizing his enduring legacy in the development of Nigerian football.
Historic Venue
The Mobolaji Johnson Arena—originally known as King George V Stadium—hosted the first Nigeria Cup final in 1945 and remains one of the sport’s most iconic venues. Saturday’s final continues a proud legacy, with both men’s and women’s matches set to draw massive attention.
Match Day Fixtures:
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Women’s Final – 1:00 PM: Rivers Angels (defending champions) 🆚 Nasarawa Amazons
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Men’s Final – 4:00 PM: Abakaliki United FC (NNL) 🆚 Kwara United FC (NPFL)
With elite competition on the pitch and an impressive cast of dignitaries and celebrities in the stands, the 2025 President Federation Cup Final is shaping up to be a landmark occasion in Nigerian football history.