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A Decade of Football, Peace and Unity: Adamu Yola Gombe South Unity Cup Draws Sixty Four Clubs for Tenth Edition


Sixty-four football clubs from Kaltungo, Billiri, Balanga and Shongom Local Government Areas of Gombe State have been drawn into groups for the 10th edition of the Adamu Yola Unity Cup, with organisers reaffirming the tournament's commitment to grassroots football development and peaceful coexistence.

The clubs were grouped into 16 pools, labelled A to P, during the press conference and draw ceremony held ahead of the competition.

The Vice Chairman of the Main Organising Committee,  Muhammad Yusuf aka Lancaster called on participating clubs, players, coaches and supporters to uphold discipline, sportsmanship and mutual respect throughout the tournament.
In his welcome address, Yusuf described the tenth edition as a significant milestone, celebrating a decade of commitment to peace, unity, friendship and the discovery of young football talents.

He said the competition had continued to serve as a platform for bringing communities together through football while providing young people with opportunities to showcase their abilities.

Yusuf stressed that the tournament's objectives went beyond winning trophies, noting that its greatest achievements were the peace it promoted, the unity it fostered and the talents it discovered.

He urged players and officials to respect match officials, accept referees' decisions in good faith and treat opponents with respect, reminding participants that they all belonged to the same community.

The MOC vice chairman also encouraged young players to use the competition to develop their skills and demonstrate their talents, while calling on the media to sustain their support in promoting the tournament and its message of peace across Gombe South and beyond.

Meanwhile, the Secretary of the Main Organising Committee, Abdullahi Isa Awak, said the competition had recorded significant successes over the years despite some challenges.
Awak disclosed that the committee was working towards introducing a rotational hosting arrangement for future editions of the tournament.

He explained that the proposed arrangement would enable different communities to host the competition, expand participation and strengthen residents' sense of belonging.

They both applauded the sponsor Mr Yakubu Adamu Yola for immortalizing his father and uniting the youths of Gombe south through sports.

Mr Alpha Ishaku of the Adamu Yola Foundation traced the history of competition which started with two local governments and expanded to four following its impacts and the demans for its expansion.

He cited the challenges and successes recorded particularly the discovery and promotion of some exceptional talents who are now plying their trades across various categories of the Nigerian leagues.

GROUP DISTRIBUTION:

The 64 participating clubs were drawn into 16 groups, with Kaltungo, Billiri, Balanga and Shongom Local Government Areas represented across the pools.

Kaltungo Local Government Area has six groups: A, D, I, J, N and O. Some of the participating clubs include All Stars FC, Kere United FC, Kaltungo Boys FC, Yangana United, Kolwa United FC, Ture Okra United, Super Lions Kashin, Zanna Boys FC, Mighty Pillars FC and Super Kilang.

Billiri Local Government Area is represented in Groups B, F, G, M and P, featuring Kalkalum United, Bare City FC, Powishi United, Ayaba United FC, Pandikungu FC, Posh iya FC, Tudu United FC, Awai Uta FC, Gol kos United FC and K. Lions United FC.

Balanga Local Government Area has three groups: C, E and L. The clubs include Ashana FC Reme, Adauwa FC Reme, Yakwala United, Waja Emirates, Danmaliki FC, Greater Tomorrow FC, Golden Sparrow, Wada Sparrow FC and Cham United.

Shongom Local Government Area is represented in Groups H and K, comprising Lawushi FC, Lashikoldok United, Lalapido United, Boh Uniti FC, Pero Boys FC, Kulishin United FC and Lakenturum United.

All Stars FC and Kere United  will go head to head in the opening ceremony scheduled for the 7th of November, 2026 at the Olusegun Obasanjo stadium, Kaltungo.
The 10th edition of the Adamu Yola  Unity Cup is expected to further strengthen grassroots football development, promote peaceful coexistence and foster unity among communities in Gombe South.

The tournament has continued to provide a platform for young footballers to showcase their talents while strengthening relationships among participating communities.

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