Kelechi

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.

NPFL Suspends Adewale Adeyinka Amid Betting Allegations

NPFL Suspends Adewale Adeyinka Amid Betting Allegations

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Plateau United’s goalkeeper, Adewale Adeyinka, has had his Nigeria Premier Football League registration suspended while an investigation unfolds into allegations of insider betting. The NPFL’s Chief Operating Officer, Davidson Owumi, confirmed that a letter has been sent to both the player and the club, informing them of the suspension. The provisional measure was taken after […]

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Nwabali Stars as Chippa United Hold Champions Sundowns 1–1

Nwabali Stars as Chippa United Hold Champions Sundowns 1–1

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The Premier Soccer League curtain-raiser ended in a 1–1 draw as Chippa United, marshalled by Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, thwarted defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on Saturday. Sundowns had arrived fresh from a resounding 4–0 MTN8 quarter-final win, but found Chippa, under new coach Sinethemba Badela, resolute and hard

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Tobi Ige Iyanda Pens Two-Year Deal with Bendel Insurance

Tobi Ige Iyanda Pens Two-Year Deal with Bendel Insurance

By / Transfer News /
Tobi Ige Iyanda has officially joined Bendel Insurance ahead of the 2025–26 NPFL season, signing a two-year contract with the Benin City-based club. This move positions him among the first of several new recruits as the club reshapes its squad for the upcoming campaign. A versatile attacking midfielder, Iyanda arrives from Heartland FC, bringing fresh

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Aribo, Edozie Omitted as Saints Snatch Late Win Over Wrexham

Aribo, Edozie Omitted as Saints Snatch Late Win Over Wrexham

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Southampton staged a dramatic late turnaround to beat Wrexham 2–1 in their Championship season opener, despite the absence of Joe Aribo and Samuel Edozie from the matchday squad. Manager Will Still explained that both players were intentionally left out as the club and individuals assess their futures, with pivotal decisions to be made at this

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Nigerian Duo Okoronkwo and Onyemaechi Sign for El Mokawloon

Nigerian Duo Okoronkwo and Onyemaechi Sign for El Mokawloon

By / Transfer News /
El Mokawloon SC, also known as Arab Contractors Sporting Club of Cairo, have bolstered their squad with two Nigerian signings. Centre-forward Benjamin Okoronkwo and young striker Kalu Onyemaechi have joined the club ahead of the new season. Okoronkwo brings experience and physical presence up front, while Onyemaechi, still only 20, offers youthful energy and potential.

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Golden Eaglets Rally to Edge Bandex Football Academy 3–2

Golden Eaglets Rally to Edge Bandex Football Academy 3–2

By / Youth Development /
Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets triumphed 3–2 over Bandex Football Academy of Kebbi State in a spirited test match on Friday, maintaining their unbeaten run in warm-up fixtures ahead of the WAFU B U-17 tournament scheduled for September in Abeokuta. Despite trailing 2–1 at half-time, the Eaglets returned to the field with renewed determination and secured victory

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Ex-Flying Eagles Defender Marvin Ekpiteta Joins MK Dons Permanently

Ex-Flying Eagles Defender Marvin Ekpiteta Joins MK Dons Permanently

By / Transfer News /
After just one season with Hibernian, former Nigeria U20 international Marvin Ekpiteta has made a permanent transfer to English League Two side MK Dons. The 29 year old departs the Scottish Premiership club two years before his contract was set to expire. Ekpiteta’s final campaign at Hibernian saw him make 17 appearances and score in

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Falconets Coach Moses Aduku Calls Up 35 Players Ahead of Rwanda Tie

Falconets Coach Moses Aduku Calls Up 35 Players Ahead of Rwanda Tie

By / Women's Football /
A fresh chapter is underway for the Nigeria U-20 women’s team as head coach Moses Aduku has summoned a squad of 35 players to commence preparations for next month’s FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup second-round qualifier against Rwanda. The group, comprising four goalkeepers, 11 defenders, nine midfielders and 11 forwards, will gather in Abuja on

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Shooting Stars Reveal New Technical and Backroom Team for 2025–26

Shooting Stars Reveal New Technical and Backroom Team for 2025–26

By / NPFL /
Shooting Stars SC (3SC) have announced their revamped technical and backroom staff as they prepare for the upcoming 2025–26 NPFL season . The club declared the team to be “driven, united, and ready to propel the Oluyole Warriors” forward . Though specifics on individual appointments were not disclosed, the unveiling signals a clear restart as

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Rising Star Wisdom Mike Pens First Pro Deal with Bayern Munich

Rising Star Wisdom Mike Pens First Pro Deal with Bayern Munich

By / Nigerians Abroad /
A highly-regarded Germany youth international of Nigerian heritage, Wisdom Mike, has signed his first professional contract with Bundesliga powerhouse Bayern Munich. The club confirmed in a statement on their official website that the 16 year old forward has extended his stay with the champions. Last season, Mike received a senior team call-up but remained on

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