Rivers Angels have been awarded a ₦50 million cash prize by the Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), following their thrilling Federation Cup final win on Saturday.
The Port Harcourt-based side came from two goals down to draw 2-2 in regulation time before defeating Nasarawa Amazons 4-2 on penalties at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos.
The victory marks a record-extending 10th title for Rivers Angels in the competition’s history.
Nasarawa Amazons looked set to spring an upset when Aminat Olushola Shobowale struck twice early in the first half, first in the 7th minute and again in the 17th—to hand the Lafia-based team a commanding lead.
Taiwo Ajibade of Rivers Angels celebrates one of her goals in the 2025 Federation Cup final. Photo Credit: X
But Rivers Angels rallied after the break. Taiwo Ajibade halved the deficit in the 57th minute with a well-worked team goal, then equalised in the 62nd following a defensive lapse that left her one-on-one with the goalkeeper.
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The scoreline remained unchanged after 90 minutes, sending the final into a penalty shootout. Goalkeeper Anderline Mgbechi emerged the heroine of the night, saving one penalty and stepping up to coolly convert the winning kick.
The 4-2 shootout result sealed Rivers Angels’ dominance in Nigerian women’s football, triggering scenes of jubilation both on and off the pitch.
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In recognition of the team’s historic feat, Admiral Ibas pledged a ₦50 million reward for the players and technical crew, commending their fighting spirit and resilience.
