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Olamide’s Winner Seals Victory in Bahrain Premier League

By Kelechi Abel / Events & Tournaments / January 5, 2026

Nigerian forward Habeeb Olamide Yusuf was the match‑winner as he delivered a decisive performance in the Bahrain Premier League, helping his side to a crucial victory in the top tier of Bahraini football. His goal scored in a key moment of the contest — proved enough to secure all three points as his team continued […]

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Osimhen Linked With Bayern Move as Galatasaray Poised to Cash In

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / January 5, 2026

Galatasaray’s star striker Victor Osimhen has entered the transfer radar of German giants Bayern Munich, with the Turkish club reportedly open to selling the Nigerian forward at the end of this season, according to reports. Sources indicate that Osimhen’s representatives have been sounded out about a possible move to Bayern, though talk of a transfer

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NNL: Akwa United Edge Stormers 2–0 as Paulinus & Akano Score

By Kelechi Abel / Local Clubs and Academies / January 5, 2026

Akwa United got their Nigeria National League (NNL) campaign off to a positive start with a 2–0 home win against Abeokuta Stormers at the Nest of Champions in Uyo. In a well-executed performance, Paulinus opened the scoring for Akwa United before Akano doubled their advantage, securing all three points for the Uyo-based side. The victory

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NPFL to Hit TV Screens in January — Elegbeleye Confirms

By Kelechi Abel / NPFL / January 5, 2026

The Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) will begin to have its matches aired on television from the second week of January, the league’s Chairman Gbenga Elegbeleye has announced. Elegbeleye shared the update in an exclusive interview with Sports247, revealing that the league had managed operations without government funding or a title sponsor, yet still achieved

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Moffi Should Leave Nice After Fan Attack – Zenke Urges January Move

By Kelechi Abel / Merch & Branding / January 5, 2026

Former Nigerian international Simon Zenke has urged Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi to seek a January transfer away from OGC Nice, citing his personal and sporting interests after a distressing incident involving the player. Zenke pointed to the violent assault Moffi endured from angry Ultras following Nice’s 3–1 defeat at Lorient late last year an

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AFCON 2025: Chukwueze Says Super Eagles Ready to Chase Title

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / January 5, 2026

Samuel Chukwueze has declared that the Super Eagles are fully prepared to push for victory at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The Fulham winger, who provided two assists in Nigeria’s 3–1 Group C win over Uganda, spoke to journalists during training ahead of their Round of 16 clash with Mozambique in Fes.

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Serie A Beckons: Nigerian Striker Durosinmi to Join Pisa in €9m Deal

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / January 5, 2026

Serie A side Pisa are on the brink of securing the signing of Nigerian forward Rafiu Durosinmi from Czech club Viktoria Plzeň in a €9 million deal plus performance-related add-ons, according to reports. The 23 year old centre-forward has attracted interest from several European clubs, including West Ham United, Benfica and VfB Stuttgart, but is

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Nigeria Welcomes Okonkwo After FIFA Clears His Switch to Super Eagles

By Kelechi Abel / Nigerians Abroad / January 5, 2026

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has voiced its delight after FIFA approved Arthur Okonkwo’s international allegiance switch from England to Nigeria. Born in England to Nigerian parents, Okonkwo represented England at youth levels turning out for the U15, U16, U17 and U18 sides between 2015 and 2018. FIFA’s clearance, which came in December, paves the way

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Ogunbote Takes Helm at Plateau United Ahead of Second Stanza

By Kelechi Abel / NPFL / January 5, 2026

Plateau United have announced the appointment of Gbenga Ogunbote as their new Technical Adviser ahead of the second stanza of the 2024/25 Nigeria Premier Football League season. Ogunbote arrives with a wealth of experience in the NPFL, having managed several top-flight clubs over the years. The club’s decision reflects its ambition to climb the league

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Habeeb Ogunneye Set for Fresh Loan Move From Manchester United

By Kelechi Abel / Youth Development / January 4, 2026

Young defender Habeeb Ogunneye faces what could be a fresh loan arrangement from Manchester United during the January transfer window as the club prepares to make decisions on his development pathway. The 19 year old right‑back currently on loan at Newport County in England’s League Two from Manchester United — is expected to move to

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