Nigerian Premier League

The Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL has announced a ban on Sammy Weijnya, the sports aide to Rivers State Sports Commissioner Barrister Chris Green, prohibiting him from attending all league related activities and match venues for the remainder of the 2024/2025 season. The decision follows allegations that Weijnya’s actions brought the league into disrepute. In […]

A forensic audit initiated by the Benue State government has revealed financial discrepancies amounting to ₦2,445,012,596.92 in Lobi Stars Football Club’s accounts. Mike Idoko, along with two former vice chairmen, has been directed to refund the funds. The audit covered the period from January 2020 to September 2024 and was conducted by a committee led

Enyimba emerged victorious in a thrilling Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL rescheduled match, defeating Nasarawa United 2-1 at the Enyimba International Stadium. The loss dealt a significant blow to Nasarawa United’s fight to escape relegation, leaving the team at the bottom of the league table. The game featured standout performances, including Joseph Atule’s opening goal

Shooting Stars Sports Club 3SC Technical Adviser Gbenga Ogunbote has expressed confidence in his team’s readiness for the second round of the 2024/25 Nigeria Professional Football League NPFL season. Following the team’s first training session after a brief break, Ogunbote acknowledged the challenges ahead but emphasised the team’s commitment to success. Speaking to the club’s

As the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL season progresses, analysts and fans alike are tipping Remo Stars to claim their first-ever league title in 2025. The Ikenne based club, led by head coach Daniel Ogunmodede, currently sits atop the NPFL standings with 36 points, holding a narrow two-point lead over their closest rivals, Rivers

Enugu Rangers striker Bashir Usman has been named the NPFL Player of the Week for Matchday 19 after scoring the decisive goal in his team’s 1-0 victory over his former club, Niger Tornadoes. The match winning strike came in the 33rd minute and marked Usman’s first goal for the “Flying Antelopes.” Out of respect for

Rivers United missed the chance to end 2024 as Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL leaders following a dramatic 1-1 draw against Plateau United at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt. The match saw coach Finidi George sent off in the 80th minute after tensions boiled over. Plateau United initially thought they had taken the

Matchday 18 of the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL delivered intense action, crucial results, and notable performances as teams battled to close the first half of the season on a high note. Here are the top five takeaways: Matchday 18 Results Kano Pillars 2-1 Niger Tornadoes Sunshine Stars 1-0 El-Kanemi Warriors Bendel Insurance 1-0 Lobi

Coach Bala Abubakar started his tenure at Sunshine Stars FC on a positive note, securing a crucial 1-0 win over El-Kanemi Warriors in an NPFL Matchday 18 clash on Saturday. Promise Awosanmi’s 85th minute goal sealed the victory at the Dipo Dina Stadium, Ijebu Ode, marking Sunshine Stars’ first win in six matches. Appointed just

Shooting Stars secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Enugu Rangers in Sunday’s Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL clash at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, thanks to Ikouwem Utin’s decisive 27th-minute strike. The victory marks Shooting Stars’ second consecutive away win, extending their streak to four consecutive victories. The Oluyole Warriors’ resurgence has been remarkable, climbing to