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.

Former Ballon d'Or winner explains why he rejected Super Eagles offer

Former Ballon d’Or winner explains why he rejected Super Eagles offer

By / Interviews /
Fabio Cannavaro, the 2006 Ballon d’Or winner and Italian football icon, has revealed why he turned down an offer to manage Nigeria’s Super Eagles. The Nigeria Football Federation NFF had approached Cannavaro in their search for an expatriate coach after Nigeria’s disappointing World Cup qualifiers. In an interview with La Gazzetta dello Sport, Cannavaro explained […]

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Chelsea eyed Super Eagles eligible LB who scored at his Denmark debut

Chelsea eyed Super Eagles eligible LB who scored at his Denmark debut

By / Nigerians Abroad /
Patrick Dorgu, a talented left back eligible to play for Nigeria’s Super Eagles, recently caught the attention of top Premier League clubs, Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur. The 19 year old Lecce player, who made an impressive debut for Denmark by scoring 47 seconds after coming off the bench in a UEFA Nations League match against

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Ayomide shines in Calabar, scores twice in her first major tournament

Ayomide shines in Calabar, scores twice in her first major tournament

By / Youth Development /
Taiwo Ayomide, a rising talent from Wazbak International FC, made a strong impression during the Nigerian Women Football League NWFL Championship play offs in Calabar. The young forward scored two goals in a single match, marking her first brace in a major tournament. Despite the setback of a 6-0 defeat against Osun Babes, Ayomide and

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25 year old Super Eagles unsung hero in AFCON 2025 qualifier vs Benin

25 year old Super Eagles unsung hero in AFCON 2025 qualifier vs Benin

By / News /
In the AFCON 2025 qualifier against Benin Republic, 25 year old Super Eagles player Bruno Onyemaechi emerged as an unsung hero. While the spotlight was on goal scorers like Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen, Onyemaechi played a pivotal role in Nigeria’s 3-0 victory. As a left wing-back in Augustine Eguavoen’s 3-4-2-1 formation, Onyemaechi delivered an

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Awoniyi never gave up on Premier League despite setbacks at Liverpool

Awoniyi never gave up on Premier League despite setbacks at Liverpool

By / Interviews /
Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi has opened up about his unwavering belief in fulfilling his dream of playing in the Premier League, despite facing numerous setbacks during his time at Liverpool. The Reds signed him from Imperial Academy in 2015, but due to work permit issues, Awoniyi never made an appearance for the club. Instead,

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Papa Soccer Angels miss promotion, Coach cites injuries for setback

Papa Soccer Angels miss promotion, Coach cites injuries for setback

By / Local Clubs and Academies /
Coach Michael Olamiji of Papa Soccer Angels FC of Lagos has attributed his team’s failure to secure promotion to the Nigerian Women Football League NWFL Premiership to injuries that affected key players. In their final NWFL Championship play off match, Papa Soccer Angels were defeated 4-0 by Unification FC at Saint Patrick Stadium, Calabar, sealing

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Afriskaut NLO Cup set for October kick off, Dipo Dina Stadium to host

Afriskaut NLO Cup set for October kick off, Dipo Dina Stadium to host

By / Local Clubs and Academies /
The 2024 edition of the NLO Cup, sponsored by Afriskaut, is set to kick off in October, with Bwari Stadium and Dipo Dina Stadium hosting the competition. This championship, designed by the Nationwide League One NLO board, will allow champion clubs from the just concluded NLO regular league season to compete against each other. The

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Falconets vs Venezuela Okwuchukwu, Sabastine and Omilana, Alani excel

Falconets vs Venezuela Okwuchukwu, Sabastine and Omilana, Alani excel

By / Events & Tournaments /
The Falconets delivered a dominant performance, defeating Venezuela 4-0 in their final group game at the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup. Several Nigerian players stood out during the match, with key performances from Faith Omilana, Chiamaka Okwuchukwu, and Flourish Sabastine. This convincing win secured the Falconets’ place in the knockout stages and showcased the talent

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Osimhen surpasses Aiyegbeni,climbs to 3rd on Nigeria's all time scorers

Osimhen surpasses Aiyegbeni,climbs to 3rd on Nigeria’s all time scorers

By / National Team News /
Victor Osimhen has solidified his status as one of Nigeria’s greatest footballers by climbing to third on the Super Eagles’ all time top scorers’ list. He achieved this milestone by scoring his 22nd goal during Nigeria’s 3-0 victory over Benin Republic in a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifier. The 25 year old striker

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14 year old Raheem shares how NLO experience benefits his Future

14 year old Raheem shares how NLO experience benefits his Future

By / Youth Development /
Rising football talent Raheem Moyinoluwa Salahudeen, now 14 years old, has reflected on how playing in the Nationwide League One NLO at just 13 helped his development and boosted his confidence during his time in the Future Eagles camp. Raheem, an SS2 student, first captured attention in 2023 when he played for Buruj Football Club

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