Local Clubs and Academies

With a coveted Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) promotion spot at stake, Doma United FC Chairman Alhaji Suleiman Umar made a spirited visit to the players during their final training session ahead of today’s decisive fixture against Yobe Desert Stars. The visit, seen as a morale-lifting gesture, aimed to re-energise the squad and refocus their […]

Crown FC have assembled in Asaba to kick off preparations for the Nigeria National League (NNL) Super 8 playoffs, which run from 5–12 July at Stephen Keshi Stadium. The eight teams are neck and neck, each vying for one of four promotion slots into the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) for 2025/26. The Ogbomoso side secured their spot with

Barau FC has arrived in Asaba, Delta State, ahead of the Nigeria National League’s Super Eight promotion playoffs. The Maliya Boys landed on Wednesday, accompanied by 32 players, 15 officials and coaching staff, all focused on securing one of four coveted spots in the Nigeria Premier Football League for the 2025/26 season. The Super Eight

Wikki Tourists head coach, Abdu Maikaba, has expressed strong confidence in his team’s preparation and chances ahead of the Nigeria National League (NNL) promotion playoffs in Enugu. Maikaba, who previously managed Rangers and Akwa United, spoke with journalists following his team’s final training session in Bauchi before their journey to Enugu. He highlighted the squad’s

Osun United chairman Ololade has described the Southern Conference NNL Super 8 promotion play‑offs as a “wide‑open” contest following his club’s qualification for next month’s finals in Asaba. The Omoluabi Giants secured their place with a convincing 3–1 victory over First Bank FC, finishing second in Group B with 36 points from 20 matches. Ololade pointed

Owerri‑based Kun Khalifat FC secured their place in the 2025 NNL Super 8 after a sturdy 1–1 draw against Godswill Akpabio United at Dan Anyiam Stadium, confirming qualification with a match to spare. They topped Southern Conference Group B, showcasing consistency and grit. The Super 8 playoffs, scheduled for 5 to 12 July at Stephen Keshi International Stadium in Asaba, will

A fresh chapter begins at Bendel Insurance as Emperor Jaret Tenebe was unveiled on 27 June as the new chairman. The Edo State Sports Commission orchestrated the launch at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, attended by government officials, Edo FA leaders and club supporters. Tenebe arrived to a warm welcome at Benin Airport, declaring

Kwara United head coach Tunde Sanni has dismissed concerns over facing ‘giant‑killers’ Abakaliki FC in the 2025 President Federation Cup final, asserting his side are not intimidated. Abakaliki an underdog from the Nigeria National League—has taken down four NPFL outfits on their fairy‑tale run, including Katsina United, Enyimba, Nasarawa United, and Ikorodu City. Sanni pointed out that

Wikki Tourists FC have publicly applauded Warinje FC for earning promotion to the Nigeria National League (NNL), praising the club’s resilience and ambition. The Bauchi-based team, champions of the state’s President Federation Cup, issued a statement commending Warinje for their standout performance during the Bauchi FA competition. Warinje secured promotion with a 1–0 victory over

In a dramatic turn of events at the Nationwide League One (NLO) playoff in Jos, players from ABS Kaduna staged a protest against what they termed poor officiating during their match against a yet to be identified opponent. The protest erupted after the referee awarded three penalties against ABS Kaduna, two of which the players