A whopping 13 professional female clubs in Nigeria gear up to compete for top honors in the highly anticipated second edition of the Betsy Obaseki Female Football Tournament (BOWFT), set to kick off on Wednesday, September 7th, 2022.
After conducting an inspection of the awe-inspiring Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, the venue for the tournament’s opening and closing ceremonies, Mrs. Betsy Obaseki, the visionary behind this remarkable event and the Governor’s wife, announced that all preparations have been flawlessly executed to ensure a resounding success.
With an impressive cash prize of ₦5 million awaiting the ultimate champion, the First Lady emphasized that the focus of this year’s tournament will shed light on the critical issue of “Drug Abuse” in Nigeria, following the first edition’s powerful theme of “Human Trafficking”.
But that’s not all – alongside the remarkable football action, prepare to be dazzled as selected secondary school students in the state showcase their sensational showbiz talents, fostering an electrifying atmosphere throughout the tournament.
Mrs. Betsy Obaseki envisions an even more extraordinary competition this year, building upon the uniqueness of the inaugural edition.
When it comes to sponsorship, the First Lady reassured the public that notable individuals, organizations, and passionate sports enthusiasts have expressed keen interest in providing support. Rest assured, the Betsy Obaseki Female Football Tournament is here to stay, as it has been firmly institutionalized and will continue well beyond her tenure.
Mrs. Obaseki affirmed that nothing will impede the unwavering continuity of this annual event. With solid structures already in place to sustain the grandeur of this captivating female football fiesta for years to come, fans and players can expect an unending legacy of excitement and empowerment.
