Local Clubs and Academies

The Nigeria National League (NNL) leadership has lauded the “high standard” of the recently concluded regular season, calling it the best in recent memory. NNL chairman George Aluo credited the league’s balance, competitiveness, and operational improvements as key achievements, reflecting a league transformed under his watch. Aluo pointed to innovations such as equal conference sizes, […]

Dr Ozondu Martins, chairman of the Badagry Divisional Football Association, has pledged to revive hope in underprivileged youths by leveraging the power of football. He envisions using grassroots development to steer children away from crime and equip coaches, referees and club owners with vital opportunities. “My greatest mission is to ensure that every child… who

Barau Football Club have received a substantial financial boost from Senate Deputy President Barau I. Jibrin as they prepare for the upcoming NNL Super Eight playoffs. Following their qualification from Group C, the Kano based side were presented with a brand new 40 seat coaster bus, one motorcycle for each player, and a ₦5 million cash reward in

Sporting FC and Sunsel FC played out a 1‑1 draw in their NLO2 matchday 3 clash at the Yenagoa centre in Bayelsa State. Sporting struck first in the 22nd minute, but Sunsel levelled via an own goal in the 66th minute, ending the game even. Meanwhile, Willbros FC bounced back to form with a 4‑2

Controversy has erupted in this year’s Nationwide League One (NLO) Promotion Playoffs, as accusations of match‑fixing prompt suspensions in Port Harcourt, Sagamu, and Ijebu Od. Originally slated to begin on Thursday, 12 June 2025 at eight venues nationwide, the playoffs in Port Harcourt were paused after Cynosure FC appealed to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF)

The NPFL champions Remo Stars of Ikenne have confirmed their full readiness for the upcoming Eko International Cup, a pre-season tournament set to run from 6–13 July at Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos. Organised by SKI‑Hi Entertainment in partnership with Lagos State Government, the eight-team event will feature top Nigerian sides including Remo Stars, Enyimba,

Warri Wolves took home two of the biggest honors at the Nigeria National League (NNL) April/May Excellence Awards, to be held on 18 June at Abuja’s West Point Hotel. Coach Napoleon Aluma was named Best Coach, while goalkeeper Efevwerha Joke secured Best Goalkeeper. Meanwhile, Edel FC’s striker Gukut Merpring Chindi has been recognised as the April top scorer. He

The much-anticipated final of the 2025 Victor Ikpeba Football Challenge will take place on Wednesday, 12 June, to coincide with star forward Victor Ikpeba’s birthday. The annual grassroots tournament returns to Surulere’s Obele Odan Community Centre, having kicked off on 31 May. Now in its fifth edition, this year’s competition is dedicated to the late

The match, held recently at Onikan Stadium, showcased Baba’s electric pace and clinical finishing. Introduced from the bench, he immediately influenced proceedings, tormenting the opposition defence. One of his strikes, described by pundits as a “striker’s instinct” finish, threatened to turn the tie in Sporting’s favour. Yet, individual brilliance proved insufficient. Despite Baba’s heroics, Sporting

Beyond Limits Football Academy capped off their 2025 Nigeria National League (NNL) season with a resounding 7-0 victory over Igbajo United at the Remo Stars Stadium, delivering one of the most dominant displays of the campaign. The hosts wasted no time asserting control, with Olamilekan Adegboyega volleying home the opener in the 2nd minute. Daniel