Kelechi Abel

Kelechi Abel is a dynamic and insightful writer with a diverse professional background. He has worked in various roles, including as an English Teacher at Yahweh Care Foundation Nursery & Primary School and in customer relations and banking with City Gate Global Investment, Union Bank Nigeria Plc, UBA Plc, and Unity Bank Plc. Kelechi holds an Advanced Diploma in International Marketing and a BSc in Psychology from the University of Ibadan and Yaba College of Technology. His unique experiences in education and finance, coupled with his academic background, provide him with a broad perspective on various topics. A native of Ebonyi State, Kelechi enjoys reading, travelling, and driving in his leisure time, enriching his writing with diverse experiences and insights.

Falconets Arrive in Senegal Ahead of Vital World Cup Qualifier Second Leg

Falconets Arrive in Senegal Ahead of Vital World Cup Qualifier Second Leg

By / Youth Football /

Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national team, the Falconets, have landed in Senegal ahead of the second leg of their 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifying tie against the Senegalese Lionesses. The crucial return match is set for this Saturday in Thies. The team touched down in Dakar in high spirits, focused on overturning the tie […]

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Aigbogun Says Olayinka’s Experience Will Be Vital for APOEL Nicosia Title Bid

Aigbogun Says Olayinka’s Experience Will Be Vital for APOEL Nicosia Title Bid

By / Transfer News /

Former Flying Eagles coach Paul Aigbogun believes Super Eagles striker Peter Olayinka’s wealth of experience will be crucial for APOEL Nicosia as they push for the Cypriot First Division title this season. Aigbogun pointed to Olayinka’s proven track record and leadership as big assets for the club’s campaign. Olayinka, 30, recently signed for Cypriot giants

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NNL Approves Lobi Stars’ Return to McCarthy Stadium in Makurdi

NNL Approves Lobi Stars’ Return to McCarthy Stadium in Makurdi

By / Stadiums and Facilities /

Lobi Stars have received approval from the Nigeria National League (NNL) to return to play their home matches at McCarthy Stadium in Makurdi after four years of playing away from their base. The decision comes ahead of the second stanza of the 2025/26 NNL season. The club had been staging its fixtures at alternative venues

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Paul Onuachu Gears Up for Crucial Fenerbahçe Clash With Trabzonspor

Paul Onuachu Gears Up for Crucial Fenerbahçe Clash With Trabzonspor

By / Football Tactics and Analysis /

Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu has returned to training with his Trabzonspor teammates ahead of Saturday’s high-stakes Turkish Süper Lig showdown against second-placed Fenerbahçe. The Nigerian forward had missed an earlier session due to a minor knock but took part in Wednesday’s training, easing concerns over his fitness for the big match. Onuachu has been

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Done Deal: Former Flying Eagles Midfielder Onuche Ogbelu Joins Libyan Giants Al Ittihad

Done Deal: Former Flying Eagles Midfielder Onuche Ogbelu Joins Libyan Giants Al Ittihad

By / Transfer News /

Former Nigeria U-20 international Onuche Ogbelu has completed a transfer to Libyan powerhouse Al Ittihad from Tunisian giants Espérance Sportive de Tunis, marking a significant step in his professional career. The 22 year old midfielder featured prominently in continental competitions before sealing the move to North Africa’s competitive league. Ogbelu had been linked with several

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NPFL Fines Wikki Tourists ₦7.5m for Security Breach After Katsina United Tie

NPFL Fines Wikki Tourists ₦7.5m for Security Breach After Katsina United Tie

By / Football Law and Ethics /

Wikki Tourists have been hit with a ₦7.5 million fine by the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) following a security breach and crowd trouble during their Matchday 25 fixture against Katsina United. The Bauchi-based club also faces additional sporting sanctions as part of the punishment. The sanctions stem from a failure to provide adequate and

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PSAC Orders Lobi Stars to Pay Amokachi ₦52m

PSAC Orders Lobi Stars to Pay Amokachi ₦52m

By / Football Law and Ethics /

The Nigeria Football Federation’s Players’ Status and Arbitration Committee (PSAC) has ordered NPFL club Lobi Stars to pay former technical adviser Daniel Amokachi a sum of ₦52 million following a contractual dispute, as the NFF releases more than 80 rulings on outstanding football arbitration cases. The wave of decisions from the federation’s arbitration arm addresses

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Lampard Praises Onyeka’s Impact as Nigerian Midfielder Settles at Coventry

Lampard Praises Onyeka’s Impact as Nigerian Midfielder Settles at Coventry

By / Football Training and Coaching /

Coventry City manager Frank Lampard has spoken highly of Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka, commending the Nigerian’s influence since joining the Championship club on loan from Brentford during the January transfer window. Lampard highlighted Onyeka’s integration and qualities as key positives for Coventry’s push for promotion. The 28 year old joined the Sky Blues in

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Okafor and Nmecha Earn Leeds United a Dramatic 2–2 Draw at Stamford Bridge

Okafor and Nmecha Earn Leeds United a Dramatic 2–2 Draw at Stamford Bridge

By / Events and Tournaments /

Noah Okafor and Lukas Nmecha were the heroes as Leeds United fought back from two goals down to secure a thrilling 2–2 draw away to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in a Premier League clash on Tuesday. The point is valuable for Leeds as they battle to stay clear of relegation trouble. Chelsea looked set for

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Done Deal: Yusuf Abdullahi Joins Danish Club Aarhus Fremad From Sporting Lagos

Done Deal: Yusuf Abdullahi Joins Danish Club Aarhus Fremad From Sporting Lagos

By / Transfer News /

Young Nigerian forward Yusuf Abdullahi has completed a transfer from Nigeria National League side Sporting Lagos to Danish outfit Aarhus Fremad. The 18 year old striker’s move to Europe marks a significant milestone early in his career. Abdullahi spent three years with Sporting Lagos, progressing from the club’s youth ranks to the senior team, where

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