Nigeria, March 13 -- The stage is set for this year's President Federation Cup, as the draw for the national competition has produced some thrilling early-round fixtures.

Beyond the prestige and financial gains, the tournament holds significant importance as Nigeria's premier domestic cup competition.

Notably, it serves as a qualifying platform for the CAF Confederation Cup, with the men's category winners earning a direct spot in the continental competition.

Defending men's champions **El-Kanemi Warriors will begin their title defence against Simon Ben FC, while last year's finalists Abia Warriors are absent from this year's edition.

In the women's category, Rivers Angels, who lifted the trophy last year, will take on Moje Queens in ...