Anambra State Football Association

COMMUNIQUE OF THE 2026 ANNUAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE ANAMBRA STATE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION (ANSFA) HELD AT EAST END HOTEL AWKA ON FRIDAY, 6TH FEBRUARY, 2026.

The Annual General Assembly congratulated his Excellency, Prof Charles Soludo CFR on his recent second tenure election victory. The Congress also thanked him for the inclusion of football in the Onwa Dezemba Yuletide celebrations.

The Congress thanked Chief Dr Polycarp Emenike (odenigbo Nanka) CEO, Neros Pharmaceuticals on his continuous Sponsorship of the Neros Anambra State FA Cup, running over 25 years. The Congress also thanked Chief Martin Nwabueze Akubudike N’umudioka for taking up the Sponsorship of Anambra State Football League after many shied away.

The Congress further appreciated the Nigeria Football Federation led by Alh. Ibrahim Gusau for providing enabling environment for football growth and advancement in Nigeria.
The Congress praised the leadership of the State football Association for the tremendous improvement of the game and the new wave of grassroots’ football development across the state.

The Congress approved the FA’s budget for 2026 financial year as presented.
The Congress confirmed the 5 years Suspension of two individuals; Mr. Ikechukwu Leonard Igbokwe and Mr. Chijioke Onyedika from taking part in football activities in Anambra State.

The Congress called on the well meaning individuals & corporate bodies to invest more in football infrastructures, development and competitions.

Unanimous vote of Confidence was passed on the leadership of the Anambra State football Association led by Chief Chikelue Iloenyosi for his exemplary stewardship in advancing football in the State.

Communiqué Drafting Committee:-
Mr. Ralph Chidozie George – Chairman
Hon Ugochukwu Nduaguba – Member
Prince Michael Mbaezue – Member
Mr. Ralph Nweke – Secretary

Adopted this 6th February, 2026, in Awka.

We have three matches today. All at the Awka City stadium. No Boring weekends. The City stadium is the place to be. Let's have fun with some football old takers, showcasing their skills.

Full fixtures of the Festdrine Anambra FA All Stars Tournament. Find when your favorite team will be playing. It's about to go down!!!!