Zenith Bank Delta Principals’ Cup 2025 draws 1,000 schools

Zenith Bank Delta Principals’ Cup 2025 attracts over 1,000 schools as Governor Oborevwori kicks off the eighth edition in Asaba on September 18

The eighth edition will be hosted at St Patrick College, Asaba, where Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori is scheduled to perform the ceremonial kick-off.

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Organisers confirmed that school registration ran between 8 and 12 September across various centres in the state.

Warri South West Local Government will feature 11 schools, with Agogboro Secondary School facing Ikpere Secondary School in the opening fixture on 22 September.

In Warri South, 24 schools have signed up, with Obodo Secondary School set to take on Nana College in the opener.

Elsewhere, Ukwani Local Government has attracted 31 participating schools, beginning with Amai Secondary School against Ezionum Secondary School. Bomadi Local Government will see 16 teams in action from 22 to 26 September.

A press briefing is scheduled for 16 September at the Ministry Conference Room to provide further details on logistics and expectations for the tournament.

According to the organisers, all matches will begin at 2pm daily, with mandatory screenings of players before each preliminary fixture.

The competition will then progress to zonal matches at eight designated venues between 30 September and 2 October.

The quarter-final stage will follow on 7 October across four venues, depending on the schools that qualify.

In addition to the mainstream entries, nine local governments have registered their technical colleges, further broadening the scope of this year’s edition.

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The Zenith Bank Delta Principals’ Cup 2025 remains one of the state’s most anticipated grassroots football tournaments, offering students the chance to showcase their talents while strengthening the development of youth sports in Delta State.