The Nigeria Women Football League has officially announced the nominees for its January Player and Manager of the Month awards, recognising standout performers and tacticians who made significant impact during the month under review.
The shortlist reflects a competitive stretch of fixtures across the league, with clubs battling for dominance in both the Premiership and Conference groups.
Player of the Month Nominees
Five players have been nominated following their consistent and influential performances in January.
The contenders include:
- Abasiofon Uwah
- Kareem Ramatalahi (Rivers Angels)
- Ismail Zainab (Ekiti Queens)
- Akekoromowei Janet (Bayelsa Queens)
- Atume Doosur (Edo Queens)
Each of the nominees delivered match-winning contributions for their respective sides. From decisive goals and assists to commanding midfield displays and defensive solidity, the players played crucial roles in shaping results during the month.
Kareem Ramatalahi was instrumental in Rivers Angels’ attacking dominance, while Akekoromowei Janet continued to demonstrate her importance to Bayelsa Queens’ title ambitions. Ismail Zainab’s performances for Ekiti Queens provided attacking spark, as Edo Queens’ Atume Doosur stood out with consistent displays that helped maintain her side’s push near the top of the standings.
The inclusion of Abasiofon Uwah further underlines the growing depth of talent across the league, as emerging stars continue to challenge established names for recognition.
Manager of the Month Nominees
In the managerial category, four coaches have been shortlisted for their tactical excellence and leadership during January.
The nominees are:
- Danjuma Christopher (Nasarawa Amazons)
- Tosan Blankson (Rivers Angels)
- Whyte Ogbonda (Bayelsa Queens)
- Moses Adaku (Edo Queens)
Each manager oversaw strong runs of results, guiding their teams through tightly contested fixtures with disciplined defensive structures and efficient attacking transitions.
Danjuma Christopher’s Nasarawa Amazons impressed with organised defensive displays, while Tosan Blankson’s Rivers Angels maintained momentum with balanced and aggressive attacking football. Whyte Ogbonda continued to keep Bayelsa Queens in contention near the summit, and Moses Adaku’s tactical adjustments proved decisive in Edo Queens’ positive January run.
Fan Voting to Decide Winners
The winners in both categories will be determined through votes cast by fans, reinforcing the league’s commitment to supporter engagement and recognition of excellence within the women’s game.
The initiative has continued to grow in popularity, giving fans a direct role in celebrating top performers and coaches who shape the narrative of the NWFL season.
December Winners Recalled
Recalls that Robo Queens forward Rafiu Tosin claimed the December Player of the Month award, while her coach, Emmanuel Osahon, emerged as Manager of the Month for the same period.
With competition intensifying across the league, the January awards are expected to generate strong interest among supporters, as clubs continue their push for playoff qualification and title contention.
The announcement further highlights the rapid growth and increasing competitiveness of the Nigeria Women Football League, as more players and coaches gain national recognition for their performances.
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