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.

Buruj Academy Sends Seven Rising Stars to European Clubs in January 2025

Buruj Academy Sends Seven Rising Stars to European Clubs in January 2025

By / Local Clubs and Academies /

Buruj Sports Academy continues to progress in player development, with seven top talents set to join European clubs in January 2025. This milestone underscores the academy’s commitment to nurturing young footballers for international success. Notable Transfers: Ubong Samson: A prolific striker heading to Spanish side Berja CF on January 7th. Peace Chukwuemeka Ogwu: A versatile […]

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Mikel Obi Reflects on 2013 AFCON Win as Career Highlight

Mikel Obi Reflects on 2013 AFCON Win as Career Highlight

By / Interviews /

Former Super Eagles captain Mikel Obi has described winning the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON with Nigeria as the pinnacle of his illustrious football career. The Super Eagles defeated Burkina Faso 1-0 in the final, with Mikel playing a crucial role throughout the tournament. Having won prestigious club titles, including the UEFA Champions League,

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Augustine Eguavoen on CHAN Eagles’ Path to Super Eagles Integration

Augustine Eguavoen on CHAN Eagles’ Path to Super Eagles Integration

By / National Team News /

Super Eagles caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen has expressed confidence that players from the CHAN Eagles can transition to the senior national team. Eguavoen believes that the 2024 CHAN tournament, delayed to February, will serve as a platform for showcasing talent from Nigeria’s domestic league. Speaking in an interview on Kennis FM Radio, Eguavoen stated, “Qualification

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Injured Super Eagles Midfielder Raphael Onyedika Misses Another Game

Injured Super Eagles Midfielder Raphael Onyedika Misses Another Game

By / Player Health and Injuries /

Raphael Onyedika, the Nigerian midfielder for Club Brugge, will not feature in the team’s final game of 2024 against Westerlo, despite initial optimism from head coach Nicky Hayen. The coach had expressed hope that Onyedika would recover from a minor injury in time for the Belgian league fixture. However, Onyedika has been excluded from the

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Awujoola Scores in Pyramids FC’s Christmas Day Victory

Awujoola Scores in Pyramids FC’s Christmas Day Victory

By / Match Previews and Reviews /

Former Shooting Stars winger Sodiq Awujoola shone brightly on Christmas Day, scoring a crucial goal in Pyramids FC’s 3-0 win over Pharco FC in the Egyptian Premier League. Awujoola found the back of the net in the 53rd minute, doubling his team’s lead in a dominant performance. This marked Awujoola’s third goal in six games

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Chuba Akpom Seeks Loan Move from Ajax to Reclaim Striker Role

Chuba Akpom Seeks Loan Move from Ajax to Reclaim Striker Role

By / Transfer News /

Nigerian forward Chuba Akpom is reportedly seeking a loan move away from Ajax due to dissatisfaction with his current role at the Dutch club. According to Foot Mercato, Akpom, who was signed for €12.3 million from Middlesbrough in the summer of 2023, prefers playing as a striker but has often been utilized as an attacking

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Nkechi Obi Shares Gratitude and Optimism for Nigerian Women’s Football

Nkechi Obi Shares Gratitude and Optimism for Nigerian Women’s Football

By / Interviews /

Nkechi Obi, Chairperson of the Nigeria Women Football League NWFL, delivered an inspiring Christmas message, celebrating the league’s achievements in 2024 while expressing hope for the future of women’s football in Nigeria. “With love, unity, and hope as the core of Christmas, we draw parallels to the spirit that drives our league forward,” Obi said.

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Arsenal Eyeing Samuel Chukwueze as Saka Replacement

Arsenal Eyeing Samuel Chukwueze as Saka Replacement

By / Nigerian Football News /

Arsenal are reportedly considering Nigerian winger Samuel Chukwueze as a short term solution to cover for Bukayo Saka, who is sidelined with a hamstring injury. Saka sustained the injury during Arsenal’s recent Premier League victory over Crystal Palace and is expected to be out for several weeks, with his return timeline ranging from February to

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Umar Sadiq Offered to La Liga Clubs Sevilla, Getafe, and Valencia

Umar Sadiq Offered to La Liga Clubs Sevilla, Getafe, and Valencia

By / Transfer News /

Super Eagles striker Umar Sadiq is reportedly seeking a move away from Real Sociedad in the upcoming January transfer window. According to Spanish outlet AS, his agent has initiated talks with Sevilla, Getafe, and Valencia to secure his exit. Sadiq, who joined Sociedad in 2022, has struggled for game time this season, with only two

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Osimhen Treats Himself to a ₦500 Million Lamborghini for Christmas

Osimhen Treats Himself to a ₦500 Million Lamborghini for Christmas

By / Player Profiles /

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen celebrated the festive season in style by gifting himself a luxurious Lamborghini Aventador, valued at approximately ₦500 million. The Napoli forward, who has had an exceptional year, shared the news of his new purchase on social media, much to the admiration of his fans. Osimhen’s acquisition of the high performance

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