COMPREHENSIVE CORPORATE AND SPORTING PROFILE
INTRODUCTION
Obio Akpor Football Club Limited represents a structured and forward-looking initiative established to drive professional football development, talent discovery, and community engagement within Obio Akpor Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria.
The project is built on a clear institutional framework, beginning with the incorporation of the Company and the operational establishment of the Football Club, with a defined roadmap for future expansion into a Foundation dedicated to social impact upon formal affiliation and operational stabilization.
CORPORATE INFORMATION
Registered Name: Obio Akpor FC Limited
Trading Name: Obio Akpor Football Club (Obio Akpor FC)
Legal Status: Private Company Limited by Shares
RC Number: 9392833
Incorporation Date: 5 March 2026
Founding Date: 28 November 2024
Registered Office Address:
UNIPORT Stadium, Unipark
Choba, Obio Akpor, Rivers State, Nigeria
Official Email: obioakporfootballclub@gmail.com
Tax Identification Number: 2623275145487
Ownership Structure:
The Company is wholly owned by Ameobi Stephen, who serves as the Founder and Person with Significant Control, holding one hundred percent ownership.
Share Capital:
Nominal Share Capital: One Million Naira
Share Structure: Ordinary Shares only
STATUS OF THE PROJECT
The Obio Akpor FC project is currently at the foundational stage, with the Company fully incorporated and the Football Club established as its operational arm.
At this stage:
The Company is legally registered and active
The Football Club structure has been defined and is being positioned for competitive participation
Preparations are ongoing for official affiliation with relevant football authorities
The Foundation component is not yet established and will be formally constituted after affiliation is secured, as part of a phased development strategy.
CORPORATE OBJECTIVES
The Company is established to:
Develop, manage and operate a professional football club
Identify, train and promote football talent
Organize football competitions and sporting events
Engage in player development, scouting and transfers
Undertake commercial activities including sponsorship, branding and media
Promote structured growth within the football ecosystem
THE FOOTBALL CLUB
Obio Akpor Football Club serves as the sporting arm of the Company and is responsible for all football-related operations.
Club Identity:
Full Name: Obio Akpor Football Club
Nickname: The Landlords
Location: Obio Akpor, Rivers State, Nigeria
SPORTING OBJECTIVES
To build a competitive and disciplined football team
To establish a structured player development system
To participate in recognized leagues and competitions upon affiliation
To implement modern coaching and technical standards
To create pathways for players to progress professionally
OPERATIONAL APPROACH
The Club operates under a centralized management structure led by the Founder, with defined roles across administration, technical operations, and development planning.
Key focus areas include:
Talent identification within Obio Akpor and surrounding communities
Structured training and player development programs
Strategic partnerships and stakeholder engagement
Compliance with regulatory and league requirements
FACILITY
The Club operates from its registered address at UNIPORT Stadium, Unipark, Choba, which serves as its administrative base and operational center.
THE FOUNDATION (FUTURE PHASE)
As part of its long-term vision, Obio Akpor FC will establish a dedicated Foundation following successful affiliation and operational consolidation.
The Foundation will serve as the social impact arm of the institution and will focus on:
Youth empowerment through sport and education
Community development initiatives
Grassroots football programs
Outreach activities and social inclusion projects
This phased approach ensures that the Foundation is built on a stable and fully operational football structure, allowing for sustainability and measurable impact.
GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
Obio Akpor FC Limited operates under a defined governance framework guided by its Articles of Association.
Key governance areas include:
Strategic planning and decision-making
Financial management and accountability
Operational oversight
Compliance with regulatory requirements
Institutional growth and development
The centralized ownership structure enables clear leadership and efficient execution of the Club’s vision and objectives.
MISSION STATEMENT
To develop football talent, establish a professionally managed football institution, and create structured opportunities for growth within the game.
VISION STATEMENT
To become a leading football club in Nigeria, recognized for professionalism, player development, and long-term institutional stability.
CORE VALUES
Professionalism
Excellence
Integrity
Discipline
Visionary Leadership
CONCLUSION
Obio Akpor Football Club Limited is a professionally structured football project built on a solid legal foundation and a clear strategic roadmap.
With the Company fully incorporated and the Football Club positioned for affiliation and competitive participation, the project is progressing in a disciplined and phased manner.
The future establishment of the Foundation will further strengthen the Club’s impact, ensuring that its influence extends beyond football into meaningful community development.
Obio Akpor FC stands as a vision in progress, grounded in structure, driven by purpose, and committed to long-term success.
