Bashir, who is also the General Manager of Kwara United Football Club, stated further that the arrival date for all teams would be Friday, October 30 with accreditation and draws taking place a day later.
The participating teams are Lobi Stars, Abia Warriors, Plateau United, Kwara United, Bendel Insurance, and Rivers United.
Others are Gombe United, Remo Stars, Niger Tornadoes, Nasarawa United, MFM FC, and Cynosure FC.
Sunshine Stars of Akure won the first edition and there is a giant befitting trophy for this year’s winner courtesy of Rivers State number one citizen, Governor Nyesom Wike.