Bayelsa State is set to erupt in football fever as Governor Douye Diri welcomes Nigeria’s biggest football personalities to the grand finale of the Prosperity Cup, the country’s premier grassroots football tournament.
With the final showdown slated for Friday, June 13, 2025, at the Samson Siasia Stadium, Yenagoa, the football community is bracing for a spectacular display of talent, passion, and sporting excellence.
A Celebration of Grassroots Football
The thrill of the tournament has hit its peak, with fans eagerly anticipating Thursday’s third-place matches featuring:
- Bayelsa United Feeders FC (Yenagoa) vs. Crusaders FC (Ekeremor) in the men’s category.
- Bayelsa Stars Queens FC vs. BYSCON Queens battling for supremacy in the women’s division at 1:00 PM.
But all eyes are on Friday, June 13, when Afini Ladies FC faces Ezougha Soccer Academy in the women’s final before Eternal Grace Ministry FC clashes with Advance Dreams FA in the men’s epic battle for glory.
Heavyweights Set to Grace Yenagoa
Governor Douye Diri, the chief host, will lead an array of football dignitaries, including:
- Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau, President, Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), as the Special Guest of Honour.
- Mallam Shehu Dikko, Chairman, National Sports Commission.
- Hon. Bukola Olapade, Director General, National Sports Commission.
- Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye, Chairman, Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL).
- Mr. George Aluo, Chairman, Nigeria National League (NNL).
- Olushola Ogunnowo, Chief Operating Officer, Nigeria Nationwide League One.
- Mr. Emmanuel Attah & Mr. Danlami Alanana, Executives of the NNL.
Football technical greats such as Austin Eguavoen, Finidi George, Monday Odigie, and Kennedy Boboye are also expected, adding prestige and expertise to the occasion.
Beyond Football: A Grand Community Event
The Prosperity Cup isn’t just a tournament—it’s a celebration of grassroots football, talent discovery, and community engagement.
The Commissioner for Sports Development, Dr. Daniel Igali, is the co-host, alongside distinguished guests such as:
- Alhaji Adeniyi Adewale, Controller General, Nigeria Customs Service.
- Engr Felix Ogbe, Executive Secretary, NCDMB.
- Mr. Emmanuel Emefienem, Managing Director, Premium Trust Bank.
Excitement Builds for the Prosperity Cup Raffle Draw
As the grand finale unfolds, sports lovers, fans, football teams, and coaches are invited to witness history. And for those feeling lucky, over half a million naira is up for grabs in the highly anticipated Prosperity Cup raffle draw.
Yenagoa Awaits the Ultimate Clash!
With Bayelsa’s football culture at its peak, the Prosperity Cup final promises to be a festival of football brilliance, uniting legends, administrators, and young talents on the biggest grassroots stage in Nigeria.
Will Eternal Grace Ministry FC rise above Advance Dreams FA? Who will emerge victorious in the women’s final? The answers lie under the floodlights of Samson Siasia Stadium this Friday, June 13!
Don’t miss the football spectacle of the year—Bayelsa is ready!
