The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has directed state football associations to conclude their President Federation Cup preliminaries by 23rd February 2025.

According to the NFF Competitions Department, state final matches must be held on either Saturday, 22nd February, or Sunday, 23rd February, unless special approval is obtained. Non-compliance will attract a fine of N1 million for the offending state FA.

Clubs failing to honour matches at the state level after the draw will face a fine of N500,000, while those defaulting during the national stage will be fined N1 million.

Ruth David, Director of Competitions, confirmed that the National Play-Off is scheduled for 5th March, with the National Draw set for a week later.

The competition’s Rounds of 64, 32, and 16 will take place on 19th March, 2nd April, and 16th April, respectively. Quarter-finals are scheduled for 3rd and 4th May, with semi-finals on 17th and 18th May 2025.