Bomba Dauda
Dynamite FC of Kurmin Bi has emerged champions of the second edition of the annual Kamrum Farms Football Tournament, defeating Wemac FC of Katsit 1–0 in a tightly contested final.
The match, played on Sunday at the River Basin Football Ground in Zonkwa, Zangon Kataf Local Government Area of Kaduna State, saw Dynamite FC secure the coveted top prize of ₦1.5 million. Runners-up Wemac FC received ₦1 million, while Madakiya FC claimed third place with a reward of ₦500,000.
The tournament, which featured 24 teams, drew large crowds and highlighted the abundance of grassroots football talent across the area.
The Agwam Bajju, His Royal Highness Luka Kogi Yabwat, performed the ceremonial kick-off, adding royal significance to the event.
Speaking at the occasion, the Chief Executive Officer of Kamrum Integrated Farms, Mr. Rijo Shekari, who is also an APC aspirant for the Zangon Kataf/Jaba Federal Constituency, said the tournament was designed to promote unity, peace, and youth development through sports.
He congratulated the participating teams and reaffirmed his commitment to sustaining and expanding the competition in future editions, with plans to increase participation, enhance organization, and create more opportunities for young talents to be discovered.
In a goodwill message, the Zonkwa DCC Chairman, Rev. Iliya Kure, commended the organisers for sustaining the initiative and urged continued support for youth-driven programmes that foster community harmony.
The successful hosting of the tournament has further strengthened its status as a major grassroots sporting event in the area, with expectations already building for subsequent editions.
