Rivers Angels forward Abasiofon Uwah has become a major talking point in the NWFL Premiership Player of the Month race following her exclusion after she delivered strong attacking performances for the team in February.
Uwah, who won the January award, continued her scoring form with two goals and one assist during the month.
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Her creativity and goal instincts helped the Rivers Angels stay competitive in tight league matches. Despite this, she was left out of the final nominee list.
Uwah’s standout moment came in the South-South derby against Edo Queens. She showed calm finishing under pressure.
First, she converted a penalty after a handball incident inside the box. Then, she displayed speed and composure by rounding the goalkeeper before scoring again just before half-time. Her brace helped Rivers Angels secure a 2–1 victory.
Her performance pushed her season goal tally to seven goals, showing her importance in Rivers Angels’ attacking system under team tactics and coaching instructions.
And before then, she also provided an assist in the Jewels of Rivers 2-1 away win at Ekiti Queens.
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Other players dominated the NWFL Premiership nomination list. Daniella Fagbenro led the attack for Remo Stars Ladies, scoring three goals in two games.
Goalkeepers also earned recognition. Nkiruka Obidinma delivered two clean sheets, while Bright Etim kept two clean sheets for Sunshine Queens, helping end a strong unbeaten run by opponents.
Attackers Winner David and Ifeoma Damian also impressed with clinical goal contributions for Abia Angels and Adamawa Queens, respectively.
Voting for the award will open on Friday at 8 p.m., giving fans a chance to support their favourite performers in the NWFL Premiership season.