Registration, Licensing Breaches: NWFL Relegates Castmog Ladies

The Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Secretariat has officially confirmed the relegation of Castmog Ladies from the 2025/2026 NWFL Premiership after the club failed to meet mandatory licensing and registration requirements for the upcoming season.

In a statement issued by NWFL Media Director Samuel Ahmadu on Monday, November 24, 2025, the league noted that the decision followed repeated warnings to three Premiership clubs including Castmog Ladies who failed to comply with all registration and licensing obligations.

Despite multiple reminders, the Abeokuta-based club did not meet the stipulated deadline.

Confirming the development, NWFL Chief Operating Officer, Ms. Modupe Shabi, disclosed that the Secretariat has begun adjusting competition logistics to accommodate the revised league 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 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.

All other affected clubs fulfilled the stipulated requirements within the allotted timeframe, leaving Castmog Ladies as the only Premiership side that failed to meet the compulsory standards.

With the Ogun State–based club now officially relegated, the Premiership season will proceed with the approved roster of 19 teams. As a result, clubs — including Rivers Angels, who were initially 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