Kogi Poly Edges FCE Okene To Reach Historic Governor Ododo All Campus Games Final

Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja has booked a historic spot in the final of the football event at the inaugural Gov. Ododo All Campus Games '26.

The milestone was secured following a hard-fought 1-0 victory over the Federal College of Education, Okene, on Thursday, 5th November, 2026.

Enterprising forward, Yahaya Okolo, scored the decisive match-winner for the Polytechnic in the nineteenth minute of play following an incredible team build-up.

FCE Okene mounted intense pressure in the closing minutes of the pulsating encounter but the Polytechnic defence held firm under fire.

KSP goalkeeper, Micheal Idowu, delivered crucial saves to preserve the narrow lead and safeguard the historic win.

Director of Sports, Obafaiye Adegboyega, dedicated the triumph to the Rector, Professor Salihu Sanusi Avidime, for his continuous backing of the contingent since the commencement of the Games.

Mr. Adegboyega however assured that the contingent would sustain the tempo to emerge victorious at the end of the games.

The team will now face Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba in the final slated for Saturday, 7th November, 2026 at the same venue.