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NWFL Confirms Relegation of Castmog Ladies for Licensing Non-Compliance
By Oyediji Oluwaseun Babatunde
The Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Secretariat has officially confirmed the relegation of Castmog Ladies from the 2025/2026 NWFL Premiership after the club failed to meet mandatory licensing and registration requirements for the new season.
The decision, announced in a statement by NWFL Media Director Samuel Ahmadu on Monday, November 24, 2025, follows earlier warnings issued to three Premiership clubs — including Castmog Ladies — to comply with registration and licensing obligations. Despite multiple reminders, the Abeokuta-based side was unable to meet the stipulated deadline.
NWFL Chief Operating Officer, Ms. Modupe Shabi, said the Secretariat has already begun adjusting competition logistics to reflect the updated league structure.
“We have a responsibility to protect the integrity of the league, and compliance with registration and licensing requirements is a non-negotiable part of that process,” she stated.
Shabi emphasized that adherence to these rules is essential for maintaining a credible and competitive league system while ensuring long-term growth and sustainability for women’s football across the country.
She added that a revised season schedule and operational details will be released in the coming days.
“Our focus is to ensure the season proceeds smoothly on Wednesday, November 26, 2025. Updated fixtures and communication will be issued to all clubs, and we remain committed to transparency and professionalism at every stage,” Shabi said.
According to the NWFL Secretariat, all other affected clubs met the licensing and registration requirements within the allocated timeframe, leaving Castmog Ladies as the only Premiership side unable to satisfy the compulsory standards.
With the Ogun State club now officially relegated, the Premiership season will proceed with 19 teams. As a result, every club originally scheduled to face Castmog Ladies — including Rivers Angels, who were set to meet them on opening day — will now observe a bye on those matchdays.
Revised NWFL Premiership Matchday One Fixtures – November 26, 2025
Group A
Bayelsa Queens vs Edo Queens
Adamawa Queens vs Pacesetters Queens
Heartland Queens vs Ekiti Queens
Naija Ratels vs Ibom Angels
Group B
Nasarawa Amazons vs Delta Queens
Confluence Queens vs Abia Angels
Sunshine Queens vs Robo Queens
Ahudiyannem Queens vs Remo Stars Ladies
Dannaz Ladies vs Osun Babes
