Kelechi

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.

Falconets Fall to Japan 2-1, Exit U20 Women's World Cup

Falconets Fall to Japan 2-1, Exit U20 Women’s World Cup

By / Events & Tournaments /
The Nigerian Falconets were eliminated from the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup after a 2-1 defeat to Japan at the Estadio Metropolitano de Techo. Japan took the lead in the 33rd minute with a header from Miyu Matsunaga. Despite Nigeria’s best efforts, Maya Hijikata doubled Japan’s advantage in the 66th minute. In stoppage time, Olushola […]

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Michelle Alozie Signs New Two Year Deal with Houston Dash

Michelle Alozie Signs New Two Year Deal with Houston Dash

By / Transfer News /
Super Falcons defender Michelle Alozie has signed a new two year contract with Houston Dash, an NWSL team, effective from January 1, 2025. The agreement also includes a mutual option for the 2027 season. Alozie, who joined Houston Dash in 2021, has since become a key player, making 54 appearances and contributing six goals and

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Nigeria Competes with Argentina for River Plate Star Striker Asuzu

Nigeria Competes with Argentina for River Plate Star Striker Asuzu

By / Nigerians Abroad /
Nigeria is set to challenge world champions Argentina for the services of River Plate’s prolific 17 year old striker, Jonathan Spiff Asuzu. Born in Buenos Aires to a Nigerian father, Asuzu has caught attention this season with an outstanding record of 16 goals in 18 games for River Plate’s youth team. Though eligible to play

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Oyo State NFCA Licenses 1,394 Coaches, Targets Uncertified Trainers

Oyo State NFCA Licenses 1,394 Coaches, Targets Uncertified Trainers

By / Training & Coaching /
The Nigeria Football Coaches Association NFCA, Oyo State Chapter, under the leadership of Coach Akinola Olatunji, has taken decisive action to reform football coaching in the state. In a significant step towards eradicating unlicensed coaching, the NFCA distributed operational licenses to 1,394 certified coaches across all 33 Local Government Areas. This marks a new phase

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NFF Grants Extra Three Weeks for Indebted Clubs to Settle Debts

NFF Grants Extra Three Weeks for Indebted Clubs to Settle Debts

By / Governance /
The Nigeria Football Federation NFF, through its Players Status and Arbitration Committee, has granted a three week extension for indebted clubs to settle their outstanding payments. The new deadline, set for 27th September 2024, follows the committee’s rulings delivered in May and June of 2024, which mandated clubs to resolve their financial obligations within 45

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Super Eagles Urgently Need an Okocha like Playmaker, Siasia Says

Super Eagles Urgently Need an Okocha like Playmaker, Siasia Says

By / Interviews /
Retired Nigerian footballer Samson Siasia has voiced concerns about the current state of the Super Eagles’ midfield. Following a goalless draw against Rwanda, Siasia emphasised the team’s need for a playmaker similar to Jay-Jay Okocha, capable of delivering decisive passes to the strikers. Although Alex Iwobi has been a regular starter for the Super Eagles,

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I Disappointed My Father Figure by Choosing Nigeria Over England

I Disappointed My Father Figure by Choosing Nigeria Over England

By / News /
Former Super Eagles star Victor Moses revealed that a significant male figure in his life, Jordan Simon, the former chairman of Crystal Palace, had encouraged him to represent England at the international level. However, Moses, born in Kaduna, Nigeria, ultimately chose to play for the Nigerian national team despite Simon’s wishes. Moses, whose parents were

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Trabzonspor Chief on Onuachu Transfer to Southampton

Trabzonspor Chief on Onuachu Transfer to Southampton

By / Transfer News /
Trabzonspor President Ertuğrul Doğan has confirmed that the Turkish club cannot afford to pay €15 million N27.4 billion for Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu, despite their interest in signing him from Southampton. Onuachu, who impressed during a loan stint with Trabzonspor last season, was the club’s top scorer and played a key role in helping

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NPFL Enyimba, Others Ignore NFF Order on New Signings, Joining Elkanemi

NPFL Enyimba, Others Ignore NFF Order on New Signings, Joining Elkanemi

By / News /
The impunity within the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL continues as several clubs, including Enyimba, Akwa United, Lobi Stars, and Kwara United, join Elkanemi Warriors in disregarding an order from the Nigeria Football Federation NFF concerning new signings. This comes after Elkanemi Warriors fielded new players in their match against Enugu Rangers, violating a transfer

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Godswill Akpabio Stadium Considered for Ghana AFCON Matches

Godswill Akpabio Stadium Considered for Ghana AFCON Matches

By / Stadiums & Facilities /
The Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, Nigeria, has emerged as a potential venue for Ghana’s Black Stars’ remaining 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifying matches after the Confederation of African Football CAF rejected the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi. According to CAF, structural defects, flooding issues, and poor playing surfaces were among the reasons

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