The Osun State Government has granted approval for Osun Babes, the state’s female football team, to participate in the Nigeria Women Premier League, NWPL, for the 2025/2026 season.

The announcement was made in a statement issued by the Senior Special Assistant to Governor Ademola Adeleke on Football Matters, Kehinde Johnson on Friday, October 24,2025, in Osogbo.

Johnson noted that the decision followed the state government’s renewed efforts to promote sports development and enhance the participation of women in competitive football.

 According to him, the approval demonstrates the administration’s continued support for the advancement of women’s sports across Osun State.

He expressed confidence that Osun Babes would perform creditably well in the forthcoming season and make the state proud through their commitment and teamwork.