C2E Sports Academy Make History as Inaugural NWFL Nationwide Champions
C2E Sports Academy have emerged as the inaugural NWFL Nationwide champions after defeating Obosa Queens FA 2-1 in a keenly contested final at the Enyimba Stadium in Aba on Sunday.
C2E Sports Academy produced a composed performance to secure the historic title, overcoming a spirited second-half challenge from Obosa Queens in an entertaining final.
The champions took control of the contest early and were rewarded in the 11th minute when Agnes Ohuche opened the scoring to give C2E Sports Academy a 1-0 advantage.
C2E continued to dictate the tempo and extended their lead in the 30th minute through Nina Ude, who doubled the advantage before the interval.
Trailing 2-0 at half-time, Obosa Queens responded positively after the restart and quickly reduced the deficit. Saidat Idowu scored in the 47th minute to give her side renewed hope of completing a comeback.
The goal transformed the contest into a tense battle as Obosa Queens pushed for an equaliser, while C2E Sports Academy worked to protect their narrow advantage.
C2E ultimately held their nerve to secure a 2-1 victory and lift the inaugural NWFL Nationwide trophy.
The triumph represents a significant milestone for C2E Sports Academy and adds their name to the history of Nigeria’s women’s football pyramid as the first champions of the competition.
Beyond the title, both finalists were rewarded with promotion to the NWFL Championship after their impressive campaigns, marking another important step in their development and progression within the domestic women’s football structure.
The final also attracted football stakeholders, sports personalities and distinguished guests to the Enyimba Stadium, highlighting the growing attention surrounding women’s football in Nigeria.
C2E Sports Academy can now celebrate a landmark achievement, while both finalists look ahead to the next challenge in the NWFL Championship
Match Details
C2E Sports Academy 2-1 Obosa Queens FA
Goals:
11′ Agnes Ohuche (C2E)
30′ Nina Ude (C2E)
47′ Saidat Idowu (Obosa Queens)
Venue: Enyimba Stadium, Aba
Competition: NWFL Nationwide 2026 Final
