Kelechi Kelvin 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.

Heartland Queens Coach Ogbala Hails 3–1 Win Over Bayelsa Queens as Super Six Boost

Heartland Queens Coach Ogbala Hails 3–1 Win Over Bayelsa Queens as Super Six Boost

By / Nigerian Premier League /

Heartland Queens head coach Obi Ogbala has described his side’s 3–1 victory over Bayelsa Queens in their Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership clash as a major boost to their Super Six qualification aims. The Group A encounter at the Dan Anyiam Stadium saw Heartland overturn an early deficit to claim all three points in […]

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NPFL Fines Kwara United ₦9m, Deducts Points and Moves Home Games to Abeokuta

NPFL Fines Kwara United ₦9m, Deducts Points and Moves Home Games to Abeokuta

By / Football Law and Ethics /

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has handed Kwara United FC a hefty ₦9 million fine and ordered the club to play its remaining home matches in Abeokuta after crowd trouble marred their rescheduled Matchday 22 fixture against Rivers United in Ilorin. The sanctions also include a three point and three goal deduction from the

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Madugu Names Ajibade, Nnadozie in Falcons Squad for Cameroon Friendlies

Madugu Names Ajibade, Nnadozie in Falcons Squad for Cameroon Friendlies

By / Women's Football /

Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has unveiled a 25-player squad for Nigeria’s upcoming friendly double-header against Cameroon’s Indomitable Lionesses in Yaoundé, part of preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The friendlies will be played at the end of February and start of March 2026, giving Madugu a final chance to

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Ighalo Says He Would Have Loved to See Osimhen Join Al-Hilal

Ighalo Says He Would Have Loved to See Osimhen Join Al-Hilal

By / Fan Zone /

Former Super Eagles striker Odion Ighalo has revealed that he wished Victor Osimhen had opted to join Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal earlier in his career, even though the Nigerian international eventually moved to Galatasaray. Ighalo, who enjoyed a successful spell with Al-Hilal, said his comment comes partly out of affection for the club where

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Mutiu Adepoju Urges Enyimba to Lead Coach Appointments

Mutiu Adepoju Urges Enyimba to Lead Coach Appointments

By / Interviews /

Former Super Eagles forward Mutiu Adepoju has criticised the recent off field decisions at Enyimba FC, arguing that the club’s management led by Chairman Nwankwo Kanu should be the ones to appoint key technical staff rather than the Abia State Government. Adepoju expressed shock over the government’s unilateral appointment of a new Technical Adviser and

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Portsmouth Goalkeeper Celebrates Maiden Super Falcons Call-Up

Portsmouth Goalkeeper Celebrates Maiden Super Falcons Call-Up

By / Women's Football /

Goalkeeper Comfort Erhabor, who plays her club football with Portsmouth FC Women in the English Women’s Championship, has marked a major milestone by earning her first senior call up to the Super Falcons ahead of Nigeria’s friendly double header against Cameroon. Erhabor’s maiden invitation to the 25 player squad is part of preparations for the

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Ismaheel Scores as Lech Poznan Go 2-0 Up in ECL Playoff

Ismaheel Scores as Lech Poznan Go 2-0 Up in ECL Playoff

By / Match Previews and Reviews /

Nigerian winger Taofeek Ismaheel found the net to help Lech Poznan secure a vital 2–0 away win against KuPS Kuopio in the UEFA Europa Conference League knockout playoff first leg on Thursday evening. Ismaheel’s goal a well timed strike just before half time doubled the visitors’ advantage after Antoni Kozubal had given Lech the early

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Dikko Says Nigeria Confident in Case Against DR Congo as FIFA Review Continues

Dikko Says Nigeria Confident in Case Against DR Congo as FIFA Review Continues

By / National Team News /

Shehu Dikko, Chairman of Nigeria’s National Sports Commission (NSC), has reaffirmed confidence in the country’s petition challenging DR Congo’s player eligibility in the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers, even as FIFA has not yet communicated a ruling. The complaint was lodged after the Super Eagles’ playoff penalty defeat to DR Congo in November 2025,

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Aina Stars as Nottingham Forest Thrive in 3–0 Europa League Play-Off Win at Fenerbahçe

Aina Stars as Nottingham Forest Thrive in 3–0 Europa League Play-Off Win at Fenerbahçe

By / Events and Tournaments /

Nigerian full-back Ola Aina featured prominently as Nottingham Forest delivered a commanding 3–0 away victory against Fenerbahçe in the first leg of their UEFA Europa League play-off tie in Istanbul on Thursday night. The win gives Forest a solid advantage heading into the second leg. Goals from Murillo, Igor Jesus, and Morgan Gibbs-White secured the

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Arsenal Teen Emerson Nwaneri Becomes Fifth‑Youngest U18 Scorer in Club History

Arsenal Teen Emerson Nwaneri Becomes Fifth‑Youngest U18 Scorer in Club History

By / International Nigerian Footballers /

Arsenal academy prospect Emerson Nwaneri has made history by becoming the fifth youngest goalscorer for the club’s Under‑18s after netting in a recent U18 Premier League match for Arsenal FC. The goal was scored against Tottenham Hotspur U18s, despite the Gunners losing 4–1. At just 15 years, five months and 30 days old, Nwaneri’s achievement

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