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.

Anderlecht, Slavia Prague among 9 clubs eyeing Kalmar' 18yo Nigerian CB

Anderlecht, Slavia Prague among 9 clubs eyeing Kalmar’ 18yo Nigerian CB

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After a standout season in Sweden, Kalmar FF’s 18 year old Nigerian centre back, Vince Osuji, attracts significant interest from several European clubs, including Anderlecht and Slavia Prague. Despite Kalmar’s relegation from the Allsvenskan, Osuji emerged as a bright spot, making 15 starts in 18 matches and scoring his first professional goal in a 2-2 […]

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Midfielder Gonzales open to Nigeria switch despite Ecuador caps

Midfielder Gonzales open to Nigeria switch despite Ecuador caps

By / Nigerians Abroad /
Chidimma Estefania Ifema Gonzales, a versatile midfielder of Nigerian and Ecuadorian descent, has expressed openness to representing Nigeria at the senior international level despite having earned two caps for Ecuador. Born to a Nigerian father and an Ecuadorian mother, Gonzales currently plays for Asa Tel Aviv WFC in the Israeli Women’s Premier League. In a

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13th Women AFCON: Super Falcons' group stage opponents revealed Friday

13th Women AFCON: Super Falcons’ group stage opponents revealed Friday

By / Women's Football /
The Super Falcons of Nigeria, nine-time champions of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations AFCON, will discover their group stage opponents for the 13th edition of the tournament on Friday. The draw is set to take place at the Mohamed VI Football Complex in Sale, Morocco. The tournament, scheduled from July 5 to July 26,

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University of Pittsburgh signs Nigerian duo

University of Pittsburgh signs Nigerian duo

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The University of Pittsburgh has confirmed the signing of two Nigerian players, Adaobi Okah and Hannah Yusuf, bolstering their women’s football program. Okah, who joins from Remo Stars, has also played for Edo Queens and represented Nigeria at both U17 and U20 levels. Yusuf, previously with Confluence Queens, has a history with Rivers Angels and

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Asisat Oshoala loses title as CAF reveals 2024 Women’s POTY nominees

Asisat Oshoala loses title as CAF reveals 2024 Women’s POTY nominees

By / Fan Zone /
For the first time in several years, Asisat Oshoala has been left out of the nominees for the CAF Women’s Player of the Year award, signalling the end of her reign as Africa’s top female footballer. The 2024 CAF Awards nominees were unveiled on Wednesday, with Nigeria’s Rasheedat Ajibade and Chiamaka Nnadozie among the 10

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Olabisi urges youth sports participation as Ondo wins School Sport Games

Olabisi urges youth sports participation as Ondo wins School Sport Games

By / Youth Football /
The Nigeria Schools Sports Federation NSSF President, Olabisi Joseph, has called for greater participation of children in sports as Ondo State emerged the overall winner of the 1st Basic Education School Sports BESS Games held in Abuja. The tournament, which took place from November 6–15, 2024, featured over 1,000 pupils from 25 states, including the

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Ex-Super Eagles midfielder's son addresses Malmo transfer speculation

Ex-Super Eagles midfielder’s son addresses Malmo transfer speculation

By / Transfer News /
Emmanuel Ekong, the son of former Super Eagles midfielder Prince Ikpe Ekong, has responded to speculation linking him with a potential move to Swedish club Malmö FF during the January transfer window. The 22 year old forward, currently with Serie A club Empoli, acknowledged the rumours but reaffirmed his focus on contributing to his current

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Owo Blow at 70: Oyo, Osun Governors to honor Nigerian football legend

Owo Blow at 70: Oyo, Osun Governors to honor Nigerian football legend

By / History /
Dr. Felix Owolabi Akinloye, a former Green Eagles and 11CC football legend, will be celebrated on his 70th birthday in a grand event featuring dignitaries such as Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke. The milestone celebration will take place on November 22, 2024, at the Lekan Salami Sports Complex in

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CAF Awards: Ajibade,Nnadozie nominated;Chiamaka,Sabastine for Young POTY

CAF Awards: Ajibade,Nnadozie nominated;Chiamaka,Sabastine for Young POTY

By / Events & Tournaments /
The CAF Awards 2024 have unveiled a robust list of Nigerian nominees across various categories, highlighting the country’s talent in women’s football. Super Falcons stars Rasheedat Ajibade and Chiamaka Nnadozie have been nominated for the prestigious Women’s Player of the Year award. They face stiff competition from top African players, including South Africa’s Thembi Kgatlana,

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