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Nigeria Govt Approves ₦3bn Boost for Super Eagles’ AFCON 2025 Campaign

By Kelechi Abel / Governance / January 1, 2026

The Federal Government of Nigeria has disbursed ₦3 billion to support the Super Eagles’ preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. This allocation forms part of the wider financial backing aimed at ensuring the national team is well-resourced ahead of their AFCON campaign. The Super Eagles have impressed so far at the […]

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Uganda’s Ikpeazu Reflects on Cranes’ AFCON Exit After Loss to Super Eagles

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / January 1, 2026

Uche Ikpeazu has spoken out following Uganda’s 3-1 defeat to Nigeria’s Super Eagles in their final group match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The result ended Uganda’s campaign, with the Cranes finishing at the bottom of Group C after a disappointing set of results in Morocco. Raphael Onyedika struck twice for the Super Eagles,

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Abia Warriors Coach Amapakabo Relishes Fourth Away Win of the Season

By Kelechi Abel / NPFL / January 1, 2026

Abia Warriors head coach Kenneth Amapakabo has expressed satisfaction after his side secured their fourth away victory of the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season — a 1–0 triumph over Lobi Stars at the Tundun Ikoku Stadium in Makurdi. The lone goal came in the 12th minute from Francis Uzoho (not to be confused

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Katsina United Edge Kun Khalifat FC to Seal Second Away Win

By Kelechi Abel / Events & Tournaments / January 1, 2026

Katsina United clinched a hard-fought 1–0 away victory over Kun Khalifat FC in a Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 20 encounter, marking their second away win of the season. The lone goal of the game came from Ibrahim Musa in the 70th minute, handing Katsina United all three points in a contest dominated by

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2025: Highs and Lows in Nigerian Sports

By Kelechi Abel / News / January 1, 2026

Highs — Moments of Pride and Triumph Super Falcons’ Historic WAFCON Title Nigeria’s Super Falcons captured a record-extending 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations crown in Morocco, coming from two goals down in the final to beat the hosts 3–2 a testament to resilience and continental dominance. D’Tigress Make AfroBasket History The Nigerian women’s basketball

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NPFL: Barau FC Part Ways With Ladan Bosso

By Kelechi Abel / News / December 31, 2025

Barau FC have ended their association with technical adviser Ladan Bosso, bringing his tenure at the newly-promoted Nigeria Premier Football League club to a close. The club confirmed that Rabiu Tata has been appointed as interim technical adviser following Bosso’s departure, with Tata taking immediate charge ahead of upcoming league fixtures. The decision came after

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AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Seal Perfect Group Stage With 3–1 Win Over Uganda

By Kelechi Abel / National Team News / December 31, 2025

The Super Eagles of Nigeria finished the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Group C stage in style, cruising to a 3–1 victory over Uganda in their final group game at the Complexe Sportif de Fès in Morocco, completing a perfect group-stage campaign with three wins from three matches. Nigeria had already secured qualification for the

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Rola Olusola Joins Treaty United Women in Top-Flight Switch

By Kelechi Abel / Women's Football / December 30, 2025

Rola Olusola has completed a move to Treaty United Women, stepping up her career with a top-flight switch ahead of the 2026 Women’s Premier Division season. The Irish forward joins Treaty United from Galway United Women where she spent the last four seasons and scored ten goals as part of the club’s plans to bolster

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NPFL: Dogo Celebrates El-Kanemi Warriors’ Away Win Over Bayelsa United

By Kelechi Abel / News / December 30, 2025

El-Kanemi Warriors’ technical adviser Kabiru Dogo has praised his players following a 1–0 victory against Bayelsa United in a Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 19 clash in Yenagoa. The Maiduguri-based club secured the win thanks to a first-half strike by Sadiq Mohammed, marking their first away win of the 2025/26 season. Dogo expressed delight

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Enyimba End Year on High with 3–0 Derby Win Over Shooting Stars

By Kelechi Abel / Events & Tournaments / December 29, 2025

Enyimba FC wrapped up the first half of the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season in commanding fashion, cruising to a 3–0 victory over Shooting Stars SC at the Enyimba International Stadium in Aba on Matchday 19. Goals from Chinedu Ufere, Adelowo Gbolagade, and Eddidiong Ezekiel either side of halftime secured all three points

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