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It was a festival of football, unity, and youthful excellence on Tuesday, May 27th, 2025, as the curtain fell on the much-celebrated Edo Governor’s Cup 2025. The finals, held at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, drew a capacity crowd of students, teachers, sports lovers, and top government officials, all gathered to witness the climax of a tournament that had, over several weeks, captivated the entire state. In the highly anticipated male category final, Ogbe Secondary School proved their mettle and dominance with a resounding 3-0 victory over St. Peter’s Grammar School, Agenebode. Right from the kickoff, the boys from Ogbe set the tone, displaying flair, discipline, and tactical superiority. The first goal came courtesy of Osifo Believe, whose clinical finish sent the Ogbe fans into wild celebrations. The team doubled their advantage through Idor Samuel, whose audacious strike from outside the box left the St. Peter's goalkeeper rooted to the spot. The match was sealed w...

 Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebolo rewarded the champions of the 2025 Edo Governors Cup with brand-new Toyota Hiace buses. In an electrifying finale held on Tuesday, 27th May 2025, Ogbe Secondary School stamped their authority in the male category, defeating St. Peter's Grammar School, Agenebode 3-0. Goals from Osifo Believe, Idor Samuel, and Izregba Ogijo secured a convincing victory and crowned them champions. In the female category, Idia College proved their class with a 2-0 win over St. Angela Grammar School. Strikes from Umoru Fatima and Enoduwenben Favour ensured the girls lifted the coveted trophy. However, the defining moment of the day came after the final whistle, when Governor Monday Okpebolo personally handed over two brand-new Toyota Hiace buses, one each to Ogbe Secondary School and Idia College. The governor’s generous gesture sparked wild celebrations among students, staff, and supporters of both schools. “This is our way of encouraging grassroots sports and rewar...

  The air in Edo State is thick with excitement as the curtain prepares to fall on the highly anticipated Edo State Governor’s Cup 2025, with four outstanding schools earning their rightful places in the male and female finals. The annual football showpiece, known for unearthing some of the state’s brightest young talents, will climax in grand style on Tuesday, May 27th, Children’s Day, at the historic Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City. From the opening whistle to the semi-final clashes, this year’s Governor’s Cup has lived up to its billing, a vibrant celebration of skill, passion, and youthful ambition. Organized by the School Sports Foundation and powered by Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Ltd, the competition has drawn participation from schools across the state, providing a platform for budding footballers to showcase their talents and represent their communities with pride. In the female category, football powerhouse Idia College delivered a masterclass in dominance, overwhelmi...

Edo Governors Cup 2025: Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium To Host Grand Finale On Children’s Day.  The highly anticipated finale of the Edo Governor’s Cup 2025, a grassroots football showcase designed to harness young talents from secondary schools across the state. The final, set to hold on Children’s Day, May 27, 2025, at the iconic Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City, promises to be a thrilling spectacle celebrating both youth and sporting excellence. Organized by the Schools’ Sport Foundation in collaboration with the Edo State Ministry of Education and the Edo State Sports Commission, and proudly sponsored by Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Limited, the Governor’s Cup has grown to become one of the most prestigious inter-school football tournaments in Nigeria, offering a platform for both male and female footballers to shine. This year’s edition has been nothing short of electric, with schools from across the 18 Local Government Areas of Edo State battling fiercely for a coveted place in t...