NFF shifts 2023 Nigeria Federation Cup final to June 21, retains Asaba as venue 

By Wale Mustapha

The Nigeria Football Federation, (NFF) have announced Wednesday 21st of June, 2023 as new date for 2023 Federation Cup final fixed for Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, Delta State.

In a latest statement signed by the NFF’s General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, the earlier June 15th date was no longer feasible and a new date became necessary for the Federation to have a more memorable final.

“A couple of issues have come up for us to deal with and we are doing that speedily. The Grand Finale will still take place in Asaba and we are determined to make a showpiece of the event,” NFF General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, said on Friday.

The final day will start with the women’s final between Cup holders Bayelsa Queens and multi-titlists Rivers Angels, which is billed to commence at 2pm.

The men’s final will be a repeat of 1978 and 1981 finals between Bendel Insurance of Benin and multi-titlists Rangers International of Enugu by 5pm.

Bayelsa Queens are the defending champions of the competition, having overwhelmed FC Robo Queens of Lagos in the final of the 2021 competition at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City.

In their last visit to the Stephen Keshi Stadium for the Federation Cup final, Enugu Rangers came from three goals down in the first 45 minutes to draw level and defeat Kano Pillars on penalties in the 2018 men’s Final.