Delta State Sports Commission chairman Hon. Onoriode Joshua, popularly known as Onos Oborevwori, met with Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president Ibrahim Musa Gusau in Asaba ahead of the 2026 President Federation Cup Final.
Key takeaways
- Onos Oborevwori received NFF president Ibrahim Musa Gusau in Asaba before the 2026 President Federation Cup Final.
- Oborevwori said the visit highlights Delta’s rising standing as a hub for sports development and major-event hosting.
- The Sports Commission chairman reaffirmed the state’s commitment to advancing football through infrastructure and improved administration.
- He credited Governor Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori’s focus on sports for driving youth empowerment, talent growth and economic benefits.
- Gusau praised Delta’s ongoing support for football and backed the state as a dependable partner for the federation.
Oborevwori frames the meeting as a vote of confidence
Oborevwori described Gusau’s visit as an important endorsement of Delta’s expanding reputation, saying the state has increasingly proven capable of nurturing sports development and successfully staging major national competitions.
He added that Delta remains dedicated to strengthening football, insisting the government will continue building an enabling setting for athletes and sports stakeholders. He pointed to continued investment in sports facilities and the administrative structures needed to support the game.
The chairman linked Delta’s progress in the sector to the priorities set by Governor Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, noting that the administration has kept sports at the forefront as a tool for youth empowerment, talent development and economic growth.
Oborevwori also said the successful hosting of the President Federation Cup Final underscores the confidence placed in Delta State by the NFF and other key figures within Nigerian football.
Gusau backs Delta’s preparations for the showpiece
Speaking further, Oborevwori said Delta was pleased to welcome the NFF president, adding that the visit reflects how the wider football community believes the state can stage events of such scale.
He thanked Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for continuing to invest in sports development and modern sporting venues, and stated that Delta State is determined to deliver a memorable experience for players, match officials and supporters.
In his response, Gusau commended the Delta State Government for its steady backing of football and sports development, describing the region as a reliable partner of the federation.
He also highlighted the standard of the facilities and the level of preparation for the President Federation Cup Final, saying he is confident the competition will be organised successfully.
The final is expected to draw football followers, administrators, government representatives and other stakeholders from across Nigeria, further strengthening Delta State’s position as a leading host of major sporting events in the country.
