…Gov Inuwa, Emir of Gombe, Gusau expected at closing ceremony
By Ado Salisu
Nafada Emirate Council Football Team and Late Shehu Abubakar FC have qualified for the final of the 2026 Gombe Emir’s Cup, tagged King’s Cup, after recording impressive victories in their respective semi-final matches.
The semi-finals, played at the Army Barracks Football Pitch in Gombe, saw Nafada Emirate Council defeat Dukku FC 3-1, while Late Shehu Abubakar FC edged Funakaye FC 1-0 to book a place in the final.
The championship final is expected to attract prominent personalities, including government officials, traditional rulers, football administrators and sports stakeholders from within and outside Gombe State.
Expected at the closing ceremony are Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, the Emir of Gombe, Dr Abubakar Shehu Abubakar III, and the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau.
The tournament was organised and sponsored by the Chief Executive Officer of Green White Green Outfit, Hon. Ahmad Shu’aibu Gara Gombe, as part of efforts to promote grassroots football and discover talented players for opportunities within and outside the country.
According to the organisers, the competition is also aimed at strengthening peaceful coexistence, unity and cordial relationships among the diverse ethnic communities in Gombe State.
Cash prizes, trophies, certificates, gifts and other rewards are expected to be presented to outstanding players, participating teams and officials during the closing ceremony, scheduled to hold at the Pantami Stadium in Gombe.
