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Striker Chuba Akpom Sealed for Ipswich Town After Loan Drama

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / August 11, 2025

Chuba Akpom has sealed a move to Sky Bet Championship side Ipswich Town on a season-long loan from Ajax. The 29 year old forward, who spent the latter half of last season at Lille scoring three goals and registering one assist in 14 league appearances joins Ipswich as their sixth signing of the summer. Akpom […]

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Premier League Eyes Return of Electric Winger Nathan Tella

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / August 10, 2025

Brighton and Nottingham Forest are among the Premier League clubs keeping tabs on Super Eagles winger Nathan Tella, who starred for Bayer Leverkusen in their season-opening friendly against Chelsea. Scouts from Brighton, Forest, Leeds, Burnley and Brentford were present at Stamford Bridge. Tella, just two years removed from his move to the Bundesliga giants, has

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NPFL Suspends Adewale Adeyinka Amid Betting Allegations

By Kelechi Abel / News / August 10, 2025

Plateau United’s goalkeeper, Adewale Adeyinka, has had his Nigeria Premier Football League registration suspended while an investigation unfolds into allegations of insider betting. The NPFL’s Chief Operating Officer, Davidson Owumi, confirmed that a letter has been sent to both the player and the club, informing them of the suspension. The provisional measure was taken after

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Tobi Ige Iyanda Pens Two-Year Deal with Bendel Insurance

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / August 10, 2025

Tobi Ige Iyanda has officially joined Bendel Insurance ahead of the 2025–26 NPFL season, signing a two-year contract with the Benin City-based club. This move positions him among the first of several new recruits as the club reshapes its squad for the upcoming campaign. A versatile attacking midfielder, Iyanda arrives from Heartland FC, bringing fresh

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Nigerian Duo Okoronkwo and Onyemaechi Sign for El Mokawloon

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / August 9, 2025

El Mokawloon SC, also known as Arab Contractors Sporting Club of Cairo, have bolstered their squad with two Nigerian signings. Centre-forward Benjamin Okoronkwo and young striker Kalu Onyemaechi have joined the club ahead of the new season. Okoronkwo brings experience and physical presence up front, while Onyemaechi, still only 20, offers youthful energy and potential.

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Ex-Flying Eagles Defender Marvin Ekpiteta Joins MK Dons Permanently

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / August 9, 2025

After just one season with Hibernian, former Nigeria U20 international Marvin Ekpiteta has made a permanent transfer to English League Two side MK Dons. The 29 year old departs the Scottish Premiership club two years before his contract was set to expire. Ekpiteta’s final campaign at Hibernian saw him make 17 appearances and score in

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Ikorodu City Defender Prestige Joins Albanian Side FK Vora

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / August 9, 2025

Ikorodu City have confirmed that their centre-back, Chibuike Prestige, has moved to Albanian side FK Vora on loan. The NPFL club revealed on their X handle: “Our centre back Chibuike Prestige has joined Albanian side FK Vora,” and added that “Chibuike signs a one year loan deal with option to sign permanently. Good luck Chibuike.”

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Tosin Outclasses Boniface as Chelsea Top Leverkusen in Pre-Season Opener

By Kelechi Abel / News / August 9, 2025

Chelsea kicked off their 2025/26 pre-season with a confident 2–0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen. Brazilian wonderkid Estêvão Willian broke the deadlock in the 17th minute with a composed finish, and João Pedro sealed the win late on with a smoothly executed move. Tosin Adarabioyo shone in defence, stepping in for the injured Levi Colwill and

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Eguma Targets Enyimba’s 10th NPFL Title, Promises Top-Three Finish

By Kelechi Abel / Interviews / August 8, 2025

Stanley Eguma, head coach of Enyimba FC, has openly declared his ambitions ahead of the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League season. The veteran tactician aims to lead the People’s Elephant to their 10th league title a milestone that would cement their status as the most successful club in Nigerian football history. Speaking about his objectives,

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Daniel Itodo Brings Trademark Long Throws to Enugu Rangers

By Kelechi Abel / Transfer News / August 8, 2025

Former Plateau United skipper Daniel Itodo has sealed a move to Enugu Rangers FC, signalling the start of a new chapter in his career. Known across the Nigeria Premier Football League for his exceptional long throws, the experienced defender is set to add both leadership and a distinctive attacking threat to the Antelopes’ arsenal. Itodo,

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