Governor Douye Diri presided over the grand finale of Season 8 of the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament, tagged the Prosperity Cup, at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa on Friday, May 7.
The competition, widely regarded as Nigeria’s biggest community football tournament, features men’s and women’s finals, record prize money, and a landmark partnership with the FC Barcelona‑affiliated Bayelsa Starlets Academy.
In a statement signed by the Tournament Director, Mr. Ebi Avi, the organisers confirmed that the men’s final pitches Okoroma United of Nembe LGA against Akinima/Biogbo of Ogboloma at 3:00 p.m., while defending champions Afini Ladies of Amarata face Active Ladies of Agudama in the women’s final at 1:00 p.m.
Avi disclosed that the finale will also witness the historic signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the organisers and the Bayelsa Starlets Academy, affiliated with FC Barcelona, describing it as a breakthrough for grassroots football development in the state.
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According to the statement, winners of this year’s category will receive ₦30 million, runners‑up ₦10 million, third‑placed MLDM FC ₦5 million, and fourth‑placed Krosaders ₦2 million.
In the women’s category, champions will earn ₦10 million, second place ₦5 million, third ₦2 million, and fourth ₦1 million, alongside other consolation prizes.
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The statement further noted that Governor Diri was the Chief Host, with Deputy Governor Akpe as Guest of Honour and Commissioner Igali as Host.Other dignitaries included Dr. Emefienim, former NFF President Pinnick, NNL Chairman Aluo, NDDC MD Ogbuku, NIS Director Shaibu, and Sports Commission DG Olopade.
Avi added that fans will enjoy side attractions such as a raffle draw, free branded jerseys for the first 50 spectators, and free health checks for the first 200 fans courtesy of the Bayelsa Health Insurance Scheme (BHIS).
The grand finale, marked by record prizes, international partnerships, and the presence of top football administrators, is cementing the Prosperity Cup’s reputation as a cornerstone of grassroots sports development in Bayelsa and Nigeria at large.
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