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.

Nigerian dad reacts to Okoli's first senior call up by Italy

Nigerian dad reacts to Okoli’s first senior call up by Italy

By / Nigerians Abroad /
The Italian Football Federation has taken steps to secure Leicester City defender Caleb Okoli by including him in their 23 man squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League matches against France and Israel. If Okoli, who was born in Vicenza, makes his senior debut during these matches, he will be officially cap tied to Italy. […]

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NPFL Defies NFF Ruling as Elkanemi Field New Players in Season Opener

NPFL Defies NFF Ruling as Elkanemi Field New Players in Season Opener

By / NPFL /
In a display of what many are calling a blatant disregard for the rules, Elkanemi Warriors fielded newly signed players during their opening match of the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL season against Enugu Rangers, despite being barred from doing so by the Nigeria Football Federation NFF. This incident has raised serious concerns about

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Maduka Okoye Keeps Clean Sheet in Udinese's Win Over Como

Maduka Okoye Keeps Clean Sheet in Udinese’s Win Over Como

By / Culture /
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye played a crucial role in securing a 1-0 victory for Udinese over Como in Serie A on Sunday, keeping a clean sheet in his third appearance for the club. Okoye delivered a solid performance throughout the match, helping his team maintain their lead. The game’s only goal came just before

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Everton and Crystal Palace Target Nigerian Forward for January Transfer

Everton and Crystal Palace Target Nigerian Forward for January Transfer

By / Merch & Branding /
Everton and Crystal Palace are reportedly considering a move for Nigerian forward Elijah Adebayo in the upcoming January transfer window. Everton is eyeing Adebayo as a potential replacement for their star striker Dominic Calvert Lewin, who has attracted interest from several Premier League clubs, including Newcastle United. According to reports, Everton views Adebayo, currently playing

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Anderlecht Loans 2002 Born Midfielder Ishaq to Norwegian Club Odds BK

Anderlecht Loans 2002 Born Midfielder Ishaq to Norwegian Club Odds BK

By / Transfer News /
Norwegian top flight club Odds BK has announced the signing of Nigerian midfielder Abdulrazak Ishaq on loan from Belgian giants Anderlecht. The 22 year old midfielder, who joined Anderlecht in the summer of 2022, has struggled to secure regular playing time and will now spend the remainder of the 2024 Norwegian season at Odds BK.

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NFF Appoints Ogunmodede and Ilechukwu as Assistant Coaches

NFF Appoints Ogunmodede and Ilechukwu as Assistant Coaches

By / News /
The Nigeria Football Federation NFF has appointed Daniel Ogunmodede and Fidelis Ilechukwu as assistant coaches to Augustine Eguavoen for the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifiers against Benin and Rwanda. This move follows the NFF’s unsuccessful attempt to secure German coach Bruno Labbadia, whose potential contract was derailed by complications related to German

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Faustino Anjorin Moves from Chelsea to Empoli After 16 Years

Faustino Anjorin Moves from Chelsea to Empoli After 16 Years

By / Nigerians Abroad /
Faustino Anjorin has officially ended his long standing association with Chelsea, as he embarks on a new chapter in his football career by joining Serie A club Empoli. The transfer, confirmed on Thursday, August 29, marks the conclusion of Anjorin’s 16 year journey with the Premier League giants, where he developed from a promising schoolboy

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Football League' Red Devils Sign Super Eagles Defender Tanimu for N1.4b

Football League’ Red Devils Sign Super Eagles Defender Tanimu for N1.4b

By / Transfer News /
Crawley Town, a newly promoted League One team, has officially announced the signing of Nigerian international Benjamin Tanimu from Tanzanian Premier League club Singida Black Stars. The transfer was completed for an estimated fee of $850,000 approximately N1.4 billion in Nigerian currency. Singida Black Stars confirmed the deal on England’s transfer deadline day, including a

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Aina, Troost-Ekong, Ajayi, Lookman, Ndah, Bashiru, Awoniyi Land in Uyo

Aina, Troost-Ekong, Ajayi, Lookman, Ndah, Bashiru, Awoniyi Land in Uyo

By / National Team News /
Seven Super Eagles players have arrived in Uyo ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Benin’s Cheetahs. The players who landed in Uyo at 10 am include Nottingham Forest duo Taiwo Awoniyi and Ola Aina, Lazio’s Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, William Troost Ekong, West Bromwich Albion defender Semi Ajayi, Olisa Ndah, and Atalanta

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Leverkusen's Boniface Should've Seen Red for Overhead Kick Attempt

Leverkusen’s Boniface Should’ve Seen Red for Overhead Kick Attempt

By / Interviews /
Former Bundesliga coach Armin Veh has voiced his opinion that Bayer Leverkusen’s Victor Boniface should have received a red card during the team’s 3-2 loss to RB Leipzig on matchday two of the German Bundesliga. The incident in question occurred in the 12th minute when Boniface attempted an overhead kick, which inadvertently struck Leipzig’s midfielder

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