/ Oct 03, 2026
/ Oct 03, 2026

Ex-Super Eagles Star Iloenyosi re-elected Anambra FA Chairman 

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Former Chikelue Iloenyosi and ex-Super Eagles defender Chikelue Iloenyosi has been re-elected as Chairman of the Anambra State Football Association (ANSFA), securing another four-year term after a unanimous victory at the association’s elective congress.

 

According to Channels Television, Iloenyosi polled all 23 votes cast by accredited delegates, emerging unopposed in the chairmanship election and earning full endorsement from the congress.

Chairman of the electoral committee, Uche Okeke, announced the result and declared Iloenyosi winner. In the vice-chairmanship race, Johnson Ifejika defeated incumbent Aniekwenam by 19 votes to four.

Board members were also elected to represent Anambra State’s three senatorial districts. For Anambra Central, Ralph George and Obi Moneke emerged victorious. Michael Igboka and Emmanuel Azubuike Okeke secured seats for Anambra North, while Michael Mbaezue, Donatus Ezeokafor and Ijeoma Nwosu (Rtd) will represent Anambra South.

Representing the President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Muhamed Ameenu praised the peaceful conduct of the congress and urged the newly elected officials to remain committed to football development in the state.

In his acceptance speech, Iloenyosi thanked delegates for their confidence and pledged to run an inclusive administration focused on uniting stakeholders across Anambra football.

He also promised to work closely with the Anambra State Government and sports writers to strengthen grassroots football development and restore the state’s relevance in Nigerian football.

Delegates from the 21 local government areas, alongside representatives of the Coaches Association and Players’ Union, participated in the congress, which concluded with the presentation of certificates of return to successful candidates.

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