Edo FA Secures Strategic Support As Aisha Falode Partners Edo Federation Cup (Women) With Match Balls
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By Sportsgister
The Edo State Football Association has announced a significant boost to the development of women’s football in the state, following a strategic partnership agreement with renowned sports personality, Aisha Falode.
The landmark declaration was made by Ms. Falode during a high-level engagement with the Chairman of the Edo State Football Association, Fred Newton Erhunwunse, at the 2026 Extraordinary General Assembly of the Nigerian Football Federation held in Yenagoa.
In her commitment to the growth of the women’s game, Ms. Falode has pledged to partner with the Edo FA by providing match balls for the forthcoming Edo State Federation Cup (Women), a gesture widely seen as both timely and impactful. Her support is expected to enhance the quality of competition while reinforcing the FA’s ongoing efforts to create a more structured and professional environment for female footballers across the state.
Aisha Falode is widely regarded as one of Nigeria’s most influential voices in sports. A trailblazer in sports broadcasting, she has broken barriers for women in a male-dominated industry and continues to shape football administration at both continental and global levels. Her tenure as Chairperson of the Nigeria Women Football League from 2017 to 2022 remains particularly noteworthy, during which she spearheaded reforms that professionalised the league and attracted critical partnerships.
Speaking on the development, the Edo FA Chairman, Fred Newton Erhunwunse, expressed profound appreciation for Ms. Falode’s gesture, describing it as a strong vote of confidence in the association’s vision for grassroots and women’s football development.
He noted that the Edo State Federation Cup (Women) continues to serve as a vital platform for discovering and nurturing young female talents, and partnerships such as this will go a long way in elevating the competition to national prominence.
The Edo State Football Association reaffirmed its commitment to fostering inclusive football development and providing equal opportunities for women and girls to thrive in the sport.
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Appreciation Message to Aisha Falode
On behalf of every girl child, every aspiring footballer, and all women’s teams across Edo State, the Edo State Football Association extends its heartfelt gratitude to Aisha Falode for her generous support and belief in the future of women’s football.
Your contribution goes far beyond the provision of match balls—it sends a powerful message of encouragement, visibility, and validation to young girls who dare to dream through football. You have once again demonstrated your unwavering commitment to the growth and empowerment of women in sports.
Your legacy continues to inspire a new generation of players, leaders, and changemakers. Edo State celebrates you, appreciates you, and stands motivated by your example.
Thank you for being a beacon of hope and a true champion of the women’s game.
Signed:
Media and Communication Department,
Edo State Football Association
Sedara Philip is a Sports writer, an administrator,Journalist,and editor
