By Saidu Abubakar
The Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Secretariat has formally confirmed the relegation of Castmog Ladies from the 2025/2026 NWFL Premiership after the club failed to meet essential licensing and registration requirements for the new season.
The decision, in a statement by NWFL’s Media Director, Samuel Ahmadu, on Monday November 24, 2025, followed earlier issued clear warnings to three Premiership clubs, Castmog Ladies inclusive, to comply with all registration and licensing obligations, but the Abeokuta-based outfit failed to meet the stipulated deadline despite the reminders.
While confirming the development, NWFL Chief Operating Officer, Ms. Modupe Shabi, revealed that the Secretariat has begun adjusting competition logistics to reflect the revised structure.
“We have a responsibility to protect the integrity of the league and compliance with registration, and licensing requirements is a non-negotiable part of that process,” she said.
The NWFL COO emphasised that adherence to registration and licensing rules is essential to maintaining a credible and competitive league system while supporting the long-term growth and sustainability of women’s football across the country.
She added that revised season schedule and operational details will be released in the coming days.
“Our focus is to ensure the season proceeds smoothly on Wednesday, November 26, 2025. Updated fixtures and communication will be issued to all clubs and we remain committed to transparency and professionalism at every stage,” Shabi stated.
According to the NWFL Secretariat, all other affected clubs complied with the stipulated requirements within the allocated timeframe, leaving Castmog Ladies as the only Premiership side unable to satisfy the compulsory standards.
With the Ogun State based club now officially relegated, the Premiership season will proceed with the approved number of 19 teams. As a direct consequence, every club, including Rivers Angels originally scheduled to face Castmog Ladies in the opening and subsequent fixtures will now observe a bye on those matchdays.
REVISED NWFL PREMIERSHIP MATCHDAY ONE FIXTURES – NOVEMBER 26, 2025
Group A
Bayelsa Queens vs Edo Queens
Adamawa Queens vs Pacesetters Queens
Heartland Queens vs Ekiti Queens
Naija Ratels vs Ibom Angels
Group B
Nasarawa Amazons vs Delta Queens
Confluence Queens vs Abia Angels
Sunshine Queens vs Robo Queens
Ahudiyannem Queens vs Remo Stars Ladies
Dannaz Ladies vs Osun Babes
