Governance

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is poised to conclude another phase of its CAF B license coaching course over the upcoming weekend, sources indicate. The programme, an integral part of the NFF’s ongoing coach development strategy, aims to elevate coaching standards across the country. It follows earlier phases which have already seen coaches going through […]

Five clubs recently relegated from the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Akwa United, Heartland, Lobi Stars, Sunshine Stars, and Gombe United—have been prevented from registering for the 2025-26 season of the Nigeria National League (NNL) due to outstanding debts. A circular signed by NNL Chief Operating Officer Danlami Alanana declared that clubs owing money to

A major boost has come for Kwara United as Governor AbdulRazaq throws his full support behind the club ahead of their CAF Confederation Cup preliminary round match against Ghanaian giants Asante Kotoko. The backing includes financing for the team’s travel, accommodation, and even the media delegation. The Ilorin-based side have officially departed for Accra, and

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has fulfilled its promise to the Super Falcons, paying out 30 percent of the $1 million prize money the team earned for winning the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. Led by President Ibrahim Musa Gusau, the NFF disbursed $300,000 (approximately ₦450 million) directly to the players.

Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has honoured Super Falcons centre-back Tosin Demehin, awarding her ₦30 million and a house at Sunshine Estate in Oba-Ile, Akure. The gesture was part of a civic reception on 4 August 2025, celebrating Demehin alongside two fellow Ondo indigenes for their contributions to Nigeria’s historic 10th Women’s Africa Cup of

Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) has appointed seasoned marketing communications expert Bunmi Fadayomi as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective immediately. This strategic move aims to enhance the club’s operational efficiency and unlock new commercial opportunities ahead of the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. Fadayomi brings over 25 years of experience across

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has dissolved the board of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) and appointed a new chairman amid a comprehensive review of the club’s Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) campaign. The move, announced on 7 July 2025, aims to address ongoing challenges and guide the club towards improved performance. The governor has

Executive Governor Senator Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has named Emmanuel Amuneke the Technical Manager of Heartland FC as Grand Ambassador for Sports Development in the state. The announcement was made during his state address at the House of Assembly, highlighting Amuneke’s key role. Amuneke, MFR, helped Nigeria’s U23 team win gold at the 1996

A heartening development unfolded in Ibadan as Governor Seyi Makinde approved land allocations for members of Shooting Stars Sports Club’s renowned 1998 squad, finalising a promise made over a quarter of a century ago. The former players and officials had been waiting since the era of military governor Amen Oyakhire for their reward individual plots

The Nigerian government has introduced a new incentive structure that will see the Super Eagles receive a record-breaking qualification bonus if they secure a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to officials speaking exclusively to Score Nigeria, the win-bonus system has been revamped. Rather than paying players on a match by match basis