Akwiwu has retutned to rugby league after spending time in rugby union.

The 21-year old comes into the Valkyrie squad having gained county honours playing for Yorkshire RU.

A former Leeds Rhinos Academy player, she made her Super League debut in 2021, before suffering an ACL injury. She returned to action the following season, making four appearances in total for Lois Forsell’s side, and scoring one try.

She made her York debut in July 2025, in the win over Leigh Leopards.