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Ibom Angels charges players to aim for NWFL exploit as Akan Ego donates equipment

By From Musa Kutama, CalabarNovember 4, 2026 6:42 am2 min read
Ibom Angels charges players to aim for NWFL exploit as Akan Ego donates equipment
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Ibom Angels Football Club have been charged to aim for greater exploits in the upcoming 2026/2027 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) season, as preparations intensify ahead of the new campaign.

In a statement jointly signed by Mfon.Patrick and Edidiong Stephen issued to sports reporters said  

“The Chief Executive Officer of T-Shirts Village, a leading sports retail outfit in Akwa Ibom, Mr Akan Eyo, gave the charge when he paid a visit to the team during their Tuesday morning training session at the Uyo Township Stadium.”

 

Addressing the players and officials, shortly after kits disbursement Eyo encouraged the team to raise their ambitions, remain focused and approach the new season with determination, discipline and a winning mentality. 

 

He urged the players to give their best and strive to achieve greater success, while expressing confidence in their ability to make a strong impression in the forthcoming campaign.

 

As a demonstration of his commitment to the growth and development of the team, the T-Shirts Village boss also donated several footballs to Ibom Angels, providing additional training equipment to support the club's preparations.

 

Receiving the guest on behalf of the club, the Chairman of Ibom Angels Football Club, Prince Ukeme Ukpong, expressed appreciation to Eyo for the visit, words of encouragement and generous donation.

 

Ukpong described the gesture as a welcome show of support for the team, noting that contributions from individuals and corporate organisations remain important to the development of women's football and the pursuit of sporting excellence.

 

He commended Eyo for identifying with the club and supporting their ambitions, while assuring him that the team would remain committed to their preparations and the task of achieving improved results in the new season.

 

Ibom Angels, meanwhile, continue to intensify their preparations under the supervision of Head Coach Edwin Okon, with the club determined to build on their previous performances and make a stronger statement in the 2026/2027 season.

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