The Akwa Ibom State Football Association (AKSFA) has announced that the draws for the 2025 FA Cup will take place on Friday, January 24, 2025. The event is slated to hold at the iconic Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, commencing at 10:00 am.
This was confirmed in a notice issued on Friday, January 17, by the Secretary of the association, Comrade Kufre Etukudo, who called on all registered clubs to take note of the event.
Reigning champions Akwa United FC will headline the competition as they prepare to defend their title against a formidable lineup of teams from across the state. Football enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating an exciting tournament as teams vie for glory in the President Federation Cup.
Chairman of the Akwa Ibom State FA, Mr Samuel Umoh, expressed his satisfaction with the level of participation and promised stakeholders a well-organized tournament.
βThis will be the first FA Cup competition under my leadership as Chairman, and we are committed to making it a memorable experience. The draw ceremony will be conducted transparently, setting the stage for what promises to be an exciting tournament,β Mr Umoh stated.
The Akwa Ibom FA Cup serves as a critical platform for local teams to showcase their talent and potentially earn a spot on the national stage, as the winners of the state competition gain automatic qualification for the national Federation Cup.
With preparations in full swing, fans and teams alike are gearing up for what promises to be a festival of football in Akwa Ibom State.
