The Delta State Sports Commission has made an official announcement regarding the re-constitution of Delta Queens Football Club in preparation for the upcoming 2025/2026 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) season.
In a statement released by Franka Okonma on behalf of the chairman of the State Sports Commission, it was disclosed that the former management and technical setup of the club were dissolved at the conclusion of the 2024/2025 season. Subsequently, a new management team, technical crew, and support staff have been appointed to reposition the club for enhanced efficiency, professionalism, and performance.
Awhana Mercy has been reappointed as the General Manager of the club, bringing with her a wealth of administrative experience and institutional knowledge to lead the team effectively.
Working alongside Mercy is Samson Keshi, a UEFA-trained coach and former head coach of Naija Ratels FC, who has been selected as the head coach of Delta Queens FC. Keshi’s exposure to modern coaching techniques and international training standards is expected to elevate the club’s competitive edge.
The technical crew also includes Susan Joy Aliya and Maureen Eke as Assistant coaches, Njoku Okechukwu as the goalkeeper trainer, Jennifer Adjuyah as the curator, and Maureen Godwin as the Assistant Curator.
In addition to the coaching staff, the new backroom team comprises Oyibo Joy as the Club Secretary, Usiada Ese as the welfare officer, Edosovba Theresa as the Chaperon, Akanigha Austin as the Media Officer, Veronica Ogigai as the Nurse, Abubakar Lukman as the Masseur, Ikopi Ogbemudia as the Videographer, Okpimp Stephen as the Photographer, Orukpe Goodluck and Aboghe Dennis as Drivers, and Aniemeke Gift as the cook.
The re-constitution of the team is part of the Commission’s overarching strategy to enhance professionalism, infuse fresh energy into the club’s operations, and ensure its competitiveness in the top tier of women’s football in Nigeria.
The newly constituted team will be officially inaugurated in the upcoming days, marking the beginning of a new chapter for Delta Queens Football Club.
