Sixteen-year-old Oluwakemi Adegbuyi has added another individual honour to her rapidly growing list of achievements after being named Player of the Tournament at the 2026 WAFU-B Women’s Championship.
Adegbuyi’s recognition came as Edo Queens claimed the regional title and secured qualification for the 2026/27 CAF Women’s Champions League.
Adegbuyi Stands Out At WAFU-B Championship
The Nigeria U-17 international was one of Edo Queens’ standout performers during their successful campaign in Burkina Faso.
Adegbuyi scored twice in the team’s 3–1 victory over ASEC Mimosas, finding the net on her debut before scoring again in her second appearance.
Her performances earned her the Golden Ball award as the best player of the tournament.
The honour adds to a growing collection of individual recognition for the teenager.
A Remarkable Season For The 16-Year-Old
Adegbuyi’s WAFU-B success follows an impressive 2025/26 season with FC Robo Queens.
She scored 11 goals during the NWFL Premiership regular season and Super Six playoffs, a run that earned her the NWFL Premiership Player of the Season award.
Her latest Golden Ball therefore represents another major individual achievement after an outstanding domestic campaign.
At just 16, Adegbuyi has now established herself as one of the notable young players emerging from Nigerian women’s football.
Edo Queens Complete A Winning Campaign
While Adegbuyi claimed the tournament’s top individual honour, Edo Queens also secured the biggest team prize.
The Nigerian champions defeated Ghanaian side Ampem Darkoa 4–1 on penalties after the final ended 2–2 in regulation time in Burkina Faso on Sunday.
Edo Queens had to recover from a difficult start after conceding an early penalty.
They continued to push and found a late equaliser in the 90+3rd minute to force the contest into a penalty shootout.
The Nigerian side held its nerve from the spot, converting four penalties, while Ampem Darkoa managed just one.
The victory secured the WAFU-B title and confirmed Edo Queens’ place in the 2026/27 CAF Women’s Champions League.
What The Title Means For Edo Queens
Edo Queens’ success gives the Nigerian champions an opportunity to compete on the continental stage in the CAF Women’s Champions League.
The qualification is another significant achievement for the club after their successful campaign in the regional competition.
For Adegbuyi, the team success also provides an important backdrop to her individual award, with her performances contributing to a tournament campaign that ended with both a championship and continental qualification.
Adegbuyi’s Rise Continues
The WAFU-B Player of the Tournament award comes after Adegbuyi’s strong domestic season with FC Robo Queens.
Her 11-goal campaign earned her the NWFL Premiership Player of the Season award before she went on to make an impact with Edo Queens.
She has now added the WAFU-B Golden Ball to that honour.
Adegbuyi is also expected to be among the players to watch at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco, scheduled to take place from October 17 to November 7.
Her latest achievement therefore adds further interest to what could be another important stage in her development.
Questions About Oluwakemi Adegbuyi And Edo Queens
Who is Oluwakemi Adegbuyi?
Oluwakemi Adegbuyi is a 16-year-old Nigeria U-17 international who plays for FC Robo Queens and has represented Edo Queens.
What award did Adegbuyi win?
She was named Player of the Tournament and received the Golden Ball at the 2026 WAFU-B Women’s Championship.
How did Adegbuyi perform at the tournament?
She scored twice in Edo Queens’ 3–1 victory over ASEC Mimosas, scoring on her debut and again in her second appearance.
What did Edo Queens win?
Edo Queens won the 2026 WAFU-B Women’s Championship after defeating Ampem Darkoa 4–1 on penalties following a 2–2 draw.
What did Edo Queens’ victory secure?
Their WAFU-B title secured qualification for the 2026/27 CAF Women’s Champions League.
What other major award has Adegbuyi won?
She was named NWFL Premiership Player of the Season after scoring 11 goals during the 2025/26 regular season and Super Six playoffs for FC Robo Queens.
Reader Discussion
Adegbuyi’s latest award comes after a productive domestic season and a strong contribution to Edo Queens’ WAFU-B triumph.
Do you think Adegbuyi’s performances could make her one of Nigeria’s players to watch at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup?
Key Takeaways
- Oluwakemi Adegbuyi was named Player of the Tournament at the 2026 WAFU-B Women’s Championship.
- The 16-year-old scored twice against ASEC Mimosas during Edo Queens’ campaign.
- Edo Queens won the WAFU-B title after defeating Ampem Darkoa 4–1 on penalties following a 2–2 draw.
- The victory secured Edo Queens’ qualification for the 2026/27 CAF Women’s Champions League.
- Adegbuyi scored 11 goals for FC Robo Queens during the 2025/26 NWFL Premiership regular season and Super Six playoffs.
- Her domestic form earned her the NWFL Premiership Player of the Season award.
- The WAFU-B Golden Ball is her latest individual honour.
- Adegbuyi is expected to feature among the players to watch at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
Adegbuyi’s latest achievement combines individual recognition with team success, as her Golden Ball came during an Edo Queens campaign that ended with the WAFU-B title and qualification for the CAF Women’s Champions League.
