Oyo Allocates N110m For Falconets' World Cup Qualifier In Ibadan
The Oyo State Government has approved the hosting of Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national football team, the Falconets, ahead of their 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifying match against Rwanda, NigeriaSoccernet.com reports.
The state government gave approval for the team to use its facilities for the return-leg match scheduled for Saturday, September 27, at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan.
It also announced through the commissioner for Works and Public Transport, Mojeed Mogbonjubola, the sum of N110m for the Falconets to execute the match.
The funding is expected to cover accommodation, feeding of players and officials, as well as access to training facilities, security, logistics, and medical support, as well as operational costs.
“The Council has approved N110 million to facilitate the camping and hosting arrangements for the U-20 Female National Team here in Ibadan. This move is in preparation for their upcoming Women’s World Cup qualifying match against Rwanda,” he stated.
The commissioner noted the initiative agrees with the state government's plan to invest in youth-focused and sports-related programmes.
Uche Dozie
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