Twenty-eight match days in and we’ve fought every step of the way—resilient, relentless, proving we belong at this level. But the job isn’t done yet.

Now, the real test begins. The final stretch. Ten games to go, and every point is crucial. No room for missteps. No margin for error.

On Sunday, one of Nigeria’s biggest clubs comes to town. Enyimba—the most successful team in NPFL history. A team built on history, expectation and winning.

But this is our home. Our fight. Another moment to show we’re here to stay. Matchday 29. Let’s go again.

When We Faced Enyimba in Aba

The early struggles felt like a storm we had to push through. But just when things started to turn—two wins, a draw, momentum building—we ran into Enyimba in Aba.

That night still hurts slightly. We had fought our way back, Toyeeb Ajeyigbe’s 88th-minute equalizer looking like it had salvaged something after an early setback. But then, the heartbreak. A goal at the death. A game we had battled so hard for, gone in an instant.

That was 20 games ago. We’re not the same team now. We’ve grown, we’ve learned. And this time, we have the chance to put it right—with you behind us.

Team News

Ganiyu Adio is still out as he recovers from an elbow injury, while Abdulmalik Olatunji misses out for personal reasons. Leonard Ngenge is also likely unavailable as he has been called up to the U-20 national team camp. Kelechi Onwe also sits this one out due to suspension of accumulation of cards.

On the bright side, Rivio Ayemnwere and Emmanuel Solomon are fully fit and available. Toyeeb Ajeyigbe is also back from injury and in contention for selection.

In confident mood ahead of the tie

Yes, it’s Nigeria’s most successful club—nine-time champions. But how many times have we proven we can stand toe-to-toe with the biggest sides? Time and again, we’ve shown we belong. Sunday will be no different.

Every home game this year has ended in victory. In our last five matches overall, we’ve lost just once, winning three and drawing one. That’s enough to give us confidence—but not complacency. The focus is clear: win. And with you behind us, we’ll give everything to make it happen.

What the opposition Offers

Enyimba’s history is undeniable, and we know they’re hungry for a top spot and a place in continental competition. Their recent form shows just one loss in the last five. But we’re not focused on their ambitions as it doesn’t concern us. Our goal is simple: keep winning. And we’ll do everything we can to make that happen.

Match Details

●     Venue: Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos

●     Kick-off Time: 05:30 pm

●     Date: Sunday 16th, March.

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It’s another time to do this once again, with you the fans behind us at the arena, let’s get this done together as usual. Come on Oga Boys!!!