The sun beat down on the Area 3 football pitch as the Public Complaints Commission football team, PCC FC, took to the field for their maiden match in the Nationwide League One. Their opponents, EFCC FC, were a formidable team, and the stakes were high.

As the teams lined up, the FCT Ombudsman, Hon. Musa Dikko, and Mrs. Adenike Adebisi, State Director of Investigation, arrived at the pitch. The Honorable Commissioner had come to cheer on the team, but his enthusiasm went beyond mere moral support. As the match progressed, he was impressed by the team’s spirit and determination.

The match itself was a nail-biter, with both teams creating scoring opportunities but neither able to find the back of the net. The final whistle blew, and the scoreboard read 0-0. Despite the draw, the PCC FC team was ecstatic, knowing they had given it their all.

As the teams exchanged jerseys and pleasantries, Hon. Musa Dikko stepped forward, a broad smile on his face. “I am proud of you all,” he said, his voice filled with admiration. “Your dedication and teamwork are an inspiration. As a token of my appreciation, I am donating N100,000 to the team.”

The players erupted into cheers, their faces lighting up with joy. Team captain Daniel Dalung stepped forward to accept the donation, thanking the Honorable Commissioner for his generosity.

The match referee, Mr. Agboola Sesan, and the match commissioner, Mr. Given Emmanuel Abraham, also praised the team’s performance, noting that they had shown great promise for the rest of the season.

As the team packed up their gear and headed off the field, they were already looking forward to their next match. In just a few days, they would face off against Derby FC on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at 2 pm. The players were filled with anticipation, knowing that this was just the beginning of their journey in the Nationwide League One.

With the support of Hon. Musa Dikko and the entire PCC FC community, the team was ready to take on whatever challenges lay ahead. They were determined to make their mark in the league and bring pride to their organization. The future looked bright for PCC FC, and they were eager to get back on the field and make it happen.

Akinyele Alexander
Information and Media Unit
PCC FCT