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.

Young Nigerian Midfielder Raheem Salaudeen Impresses in First Training in London

Young Nigerian Midfielder Raheem Salaudeen Impresses in First Training in London

By / Youth Development and Scouting /

Nigeria’s emerging U15 talent, Raheem Moyinoluwa Salaudeen, made an immediate impression upon arriving in London for his first training session with his new club. The 15 year old midfielder, already noted for his technical ability and vision on the ball, was described by club staff as “impressive from the off”, demonstrating maturity and composure beyond […]

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Nigeria Power Past Gabon 4-1 After Extra Time to Reach Play-Off Final

Nigeria Power Past Gabon 4-1 After Extra Time to Reach Play-Off Final

By / Match Previews and Reviews /

The Super Eagles secured a commanding 4-1 victory over Gabon National Football Team in Rabat to book their place in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup African play-offs. After a tense 1-1 draw following 90 minutes, Nigeria raised their intensity in extra time and carved out the result with ruthless efficiency. The breakthrough

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Holamide Ezekiel Joins Adamawa United, Promises Stability Between the Posts

Holamide Ezekiel Joins Adamawa United, Promises Stability Between the Posts

By / Transfer News /

Goalkeeper Holamide Ezekiel has completed a move to Adamawa United ahead of the 2025–26 season, pledging to bring confidence and consistency to the side’s last line of defence. The 24 year old shot‑stopper arrives amid high expectations, with club management and supporters hoping his experience will help shore up the team’s performance in the upcoming campaign.

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Ogbonnaya Nnabuike Joins Abakaliki FC Ahead of New NNL Season

Ogbonnaya Nnabuike Joins Abakaliki FC Ahead of New NNL Season

By / Transfer News /

Promising Nigerian winger Ogbonnaya Nnabuike has officially completed his transfer to Abakaliki FC, the Ebonyi State–based side, from regional rivals FC Cynosure as the club ramps up preparations for the 2025/26 Nigeria National League (NNL) season. The versatile left-sided attacker, who can operate effectively on either wing, has earned recognition for his pace, dribbling flair, and

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Abdullahi Ibrahim Impresses in Czech Republic with FC Baník Ostrava

Abdullahi Ibrahim Impresses in Czech Republic with FC Baník Ostrava

By / Merchandising and Branding /

Nigerian youngster Abdullahi Ibrahim (also listed as Abdullahi Ibrahim Bewene) has been turning heads in the Czech Republic since joining FC Baník Ostrava, earning recognition as one of the bright prospects to emerge from Nigeria’s youth pipeline. The 20 year old midfielder signed a long-term contract with the Czech side in August 2023, part of

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Lobi Stars Clear ₦32 Million Debt, Exit NFF-PSAC Transfer Ban

Lobi Stars Clear ₦32 Million Debt, Exit NFF-PSAC Transfer Ban

By / Football Law and Ethics /

Lobi Stars Football Club of Makurdi has settled all outstanding debts and fines previously imposed by the Nigeria Football Federation Players’ Status & Arbitration Committee (NFF–PSAC), amounting to a total of ₦32 million. In a ruling on 28 February 2025, the committee found the club guilty of contract breach after a petition by former coach

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Troy Deeney Says Troost-Ekong Is “Too Gentle” to Lead Super Eagles

Troy Deeney Says Troost-Ekong Is “Too Gentle” to Lead Super Eagles

By / National Team News /

Former Troy Deeney, who played alongside William Troost‑Ekong at Watford F.C. during the 2020-21 and 2021-22 seasons, has claimed that Troost-Ekong is “too gentle” to be an effective captain for the Super Eagles of Nigeria. Speaking on CBS Sports Golazo, Deeney said: “I don’t think he’s the one kicking down the doors and saying this

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Coach Omosehin Tunde Celebrates Title Triumph With FC Gintra Women in Lithuania

Coach Omosehin Tunde Celebrates Title Triumph With FC Gintra Women in Lithuania

By / Women's Football /

Nigerian coach Omosehin Tunde was among the guests of honour at FC Gintra’s end of season dinner in Lithuania, where he joined in celebrations following the women’s side’s latest league title. The club, based in Šiauliai, continues its dominance of the Lithuanian Women’s A-Lyga a fact which Tunde described as “proof that quality and belief

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Ekiti United Unveil New Kits, Promise Fresh Start for 2025-26 Season

Ekiti United Unveil New Kits, Promise Fresh Start for 2025-26 Season

By / Local Clubs and Academies /

Ekiti United FC have officially revealed their new kits ahead of the 2025-26 Nigeria National League (NNL) campaign, as part of a broader push to signal a fresh chapter for the club. The unveiling took place in Ado-Ekiti, where the team presented their home, away and training jerseys to supporters, stakeholders and the media. In

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Ashleigh Plumptre Extends Al Ittihad Deal, Calls It Best Career Move

Ashleigh Plumptre Extends Al Ittihad Deal, Calls It Best Career Move

By / Interviews /

Ashleigh Plumptre, the Nigeria international and defender for Al Ittihad Ladies, has committed her future to the Saudi Women’s Premier League side by signing a contract extension, describing her decision to relocate to Saudi Arabia as “the best decision of my career”. The 26 year old signed for Al Ittihad in 2023 after leaving Leicester

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