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.

Gusau pledges NFF support to Special Eagles, symbols of resilience

Gusau pledges NFF support to Special Eagles, symbols of resilience

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In a ceremony held at the Nigeria Football Federation NFF Headquarters in Abuja, NFF President Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau received a prestigious award from the Special Eagles, Nigeria’s amputee football team, recognizing his contributions to inclusivity in Nigerian football. The Special Eagles, led by their President Mr. Paul Maduakor, visited Gusau to acknowledge his support […]

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Super Eagles' Nwakali returns to Barnsley squad against Shrewsbury Town

Super Eagles’ Nwakali returns to Barnsley squad against Shrewsbury Town

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Barnsley FC manager Darrell Clarke has confirmed that Super Eagles midfielder Kelechi Nwakali will be back in the squad for their League One match against Shrewsbury Town. Nwakali was omitted from Barnsley’s previous fixture against Charlton Athletic on October 22, despite Clarke naming seven outfield players in the squad. Nwakali, who joined Barnsley over two

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NPFL revokes licenses of new players from nine clubs over salary debts

NPFL revokes licenses of new players from nine clubs over salary debts

By / NPFL /
The Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL has taken decisive action against nine clubs over unpaid salary debts, withdrawing the licenses of all newly registered players for the 2024/2025 season. The move follows a directive from the Nigeria Football Federation NFF Players Status/Arbitration Committee, which ruled in favour of players and coaches seeking unpaid salaries and

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Buruj FC thrashes Bright Future Lion FA as Anjaoluwa scores brace

Buruj FC thrashes Bright Future Lion FA as Anjaoluwa scores brace

By / Local Clubs and Academies /
Buruj Football Club kicked off the 2024/2025 season in style, delivering a 3-0 victory over Bright Future Lions Football Academy. Anjolaoluwa Idowu was the standout performer, scoring twice and proving instrumental in Buruj FC’s commanding display at their home ground in Ogolonto Ikorodu. His brace underscored his recent contract extension, showcasing his growth as a

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Fenerbahce coach Mourinho reacts to Osayi red card penalty incident

Fenerbahce coach Mourinho reacts to Osayi red card penalty incident

By / Match Previews & Reviews /
Fenerbahce coach José Mourinho reacted to a controversial penalty incident involving Nigerian international Bright Osayi Samuel during Fenerbahce’s 1-1 Europa League draw with Manchester United. The game saw Osayi Samuel fall in the box following minimal contact from United’s Manuel Ugarte, which led Mourinho to contest the call and eventually receive a red card. Osayi

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U17 WWC: England boosted as Arsenal midfielder's ban reduced by FIFA

U17 WWC: England boosted as Arsenal midfielder’s ban reduced by FIFA

By / Women's Football /
Nigeria’s U17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, may soon face England’s Young Lionesses in the 2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup semifinals, provided both teams win their next knockout games. The possibility of this matchup has intensified after FIFA reduced a suspension for Arsenal and England midfielder Omotara Junaid, who received a red card in

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2024 CAF Player of Year Lookman, Ekong nominated Boniface absent

2024 CAF Player of Year Lookman, Ekong nominated Boniface absent

By / Culture /
Super Eagles stars Ademola Lookman and William Troost Ekong have been nominated for the prestigious CAF African Player of the Year award for 2024. The nomination highlights the strong performances of both players, with Lookman and Ekong among the 10 finalists announced by CAF. Surprisingly, Bayer Leverkusen’s Victor Boniface, despite his standout contributions to a

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Kparobo Arierhi's goal sends Flying Eagles to U20 AFCON semifinals

Kparobo Arierhi’s goal sends Flying Eagles to U20 AFCON semifinals

By / Events & Tournaments /
The Flying Eagles of Nigeria secured a place in the semifinals of the WAFU B U20 Championship with a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast. The match at the Municipal Stadium in Lome saw Nigeria overcome a second half deficit to clinch the win. Coach Aliyu Zubairu made strategic changes to the lineup, with Ebenezer Harcourt

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Coach Madugu Super Falcons must rebound after poor Olympics performance

Coach Madugu Super Falcons must rebound after poor Olympics performance

By / National Team News /
Interim coach of the Super Falcons, Justine Madugu, has expressed confidence in the team’s ability to deliver a “masterclass performance” in their upcoming friendlies against Algeria, aiming to bounce back after a disappointing performance at the Paris 2024 Olympics. The Nigerian team, nine time African champions, lost all three of their group games during the

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Arsenal legend urges Arteta to play Nwaneri amid Odegaard's injury

Arsenal legend urges Arteta to play Nwaneri amid Odegaard’s injury

By / Training & Coaching /
Arsenal legend Ian Wright has urged manager Mikel Arteta to give more playing time to promising young midfielder Ethan Nwaneri, following Arsenal’s recent performances. The Gunners recently suffered a 2-0 Premier League defeat to Bournemouth and narrowly edged out Shakhtar Donetsk 1-0 in the UEFA Champions League. Wright highlighted the need for creativity in Arsenal’s

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