Deputy Governor hails Edo Queens after WAFU B triumph

The Deputy Governor of Edo State, Dennis Idahosa, has described Edo Queens’ qualification for the CAF Women’s Champions League as a remarkable achievement that has further placed Edo State at the forefront of women’s football in Nigeria and West Africa.

Idahosa stated this in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Friday Aghedo, on Sunday in Benin.

Edo Queens secured qualification after defeating Ghanaian champions Ampem Darkoa 4-1 on penalties in a dramatic WAFU-B Women’s tournament final in Burkina Faso on Saturday.

While congratulating Edo Queens, the reigning Nigeria Women’s Football League champions, the Deputy Governor commended the players and technical crew for their resilience, discipline and determination in securing the qualification.

He also commended Governor Monday Okpebholo for his administration’s deliberate investment in sports development and for creating an enabling environment for Edo athletes and teams to excel at national and international competitions.

“The feat is a remarkable achievement that has further placed Edo State at the forefront of women’s football in Nigeria and West Africa,” he said.

Idahosa praised the Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Enabulele, for his leadership, commitment and strategic support for the development of sports in the state.

He said Enabulele’s efforts, alongside the commission’s management and officials, had contributed to creating the structures and support system necessary for Edo athletes and teams to compete effectively at the highest level.

Idahosa also commended the coaches, technical crew and other officials who accompanied and supported Edo Queens throughout the competition in Burkina Faso, describing their collective commitment as instrumental to the team’s success.

According to him, Edo Queens’ qualification is not only a victory for the team but also a significant moment for Nigerian women’s football, as it gives the country another opportunity to compete in the continent’s premier women’s club football competition.

“I congratulate the players, coaches, technical crew, officials and the entire Edo Queens family on this well-deserved qualification.

“You have made Edo State and Nigeria proud. Your victory is a testament to what can be achieved when talent is matched with discipline, commitment and the right investment.

“We are proud of you and look forward to seeing you make an even greater mark on the continental stage,” Idahosa said.