BY: NEWS DESK, AUGUST 02, 2026/ 02:14PM

The football family in Borno State is set to honour business mogul, Alhaji Muhammad Indimi, with the final of the Oriental Energy Competition on August 13, 2026 in Maiduguri.

The final comes a day after the birthday of the founder of Oriental Energy.

The competition was organised by the Borno State Football Club Owners Association, BOSFCOA, to celebrate the Borno-born philanthropist annually for his support to the country and to sports development.

According to the Chairman of the Strategic Planning Committee, Abubakar Abdulazeez, (Bolori) stakeholders and youths are eager to grace the final ceremony and expect the celebrant to be in attendance.

'The football family in the state are expected to see the business mogul participate in the competition.

'The competition was organised to celebrate the Borno-born business mogul’s birthday annually for his support to the country,' Bolori said.

The semi-finals were played on Wednesday and Thursday.

Young Generation FC defeated FC Karimo, while Sahara City FC overcame CP Strikers FC.

The final will now be contested between Young Generation FC and Sahara City FC in Maiduguri.

Bolori said a large turnout of fans, club owners, and dignitaries is expected as the football community marks Indimi’s birthday.

The Oriental Energy Competition is part of BOSFCOA’s efforts to promote grassroots football and talent development in Borno State.