Nigerian Premier League

A simmering transfer controversy has erupted between Oriental rivals as Heartland accuse Enyimba of poaching four of their players without following proper protocols. Among those involved are striker John Bassey, 21 year old Christian Molokwu, keeper Kelvin Ogunja, and defender Samuel Agu, all of whom have been training with Enyimba without formal approaches or clearance […]

Shooting Stars SC (3SC) have announced their revamped technical and backroom staff as they prepare for the upcoming 2025–26 NPFL season . The club declared the team to be “driven, united, and ready to propel the Oluyole Warriors” forward . Though specifics on individual appointments were not disclosed, the unveiling signals a clear restart as

The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has endorsed a sweeping restructuring at Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC), dissolving the club’s existing board and installing Honourable Taiwo Lekan Salami as the new chairman. This overhaul forms part of a comprehensive review of 3SC’s 2024–25 NPFL campaign. Under the outgoing board, 3SC finished seventh in the league

Nasarawa United defender Benson Acuna has made club and league history by becoming the first outfield player in the Nigeria Premier Football League to don the coveted No. 1 jersey traditionally reserved for goalkeepers. The accolade is symbolic, reflecting his standing as the team’s “solid rock” during a critical relegation battle. Having recently joined the squad,

Heartland FC has declined the opportunity to acquire the NPFL slot previously held by Beyond Limits Football Academy, following their relegation from the topflight. Instead, the slot has been allocated to Kun Khalifat FC, who secured promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after finishing second in the 2025 Nigeria National League (NNL) Super

The Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) has invited Chief Chikelue Iloenyosi, chairman of the Anambra State Football Association, as a special guest at its Annual General Meeting and fixture‑draw ceremony. The event is set for 28 July at the Abuja Continental Hotel, with club representatives expected from 27 July ahead of the 2025–26 season kick‑off

Wikki Tourists’ goalkeeper, Utum Godswill, has expressed immense pride following the club’s promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). The team secured their top-flight status after a commanding 4-0 victory over Yobe Desert Stars in the final match of the 2025 NNL Super 8 Playoffs. This triumph marked their return to the NPFL after

Chidiebere Nwobodo has rejoined his boyhood club, Enugu Rangers, after a season with APR FC in Rwanda. At just 21, the forward has been bestowed with the captain’s armband as the Flying Antelopes pursue domestic glory this term. Barrister Amobi Ezeaku, General Manager and CEO of Rangers, officially confirmed Nwobodo’s return and new leadership role during

Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has officially named former Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa as General Manager of Kano Pillars FC, alongside the approval of a new management board for the club. The move, announced today, aims to enhance the club’s leadership and strategic direction. This appointment marks a significant return for Musa to the

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) is preparing for another thrilling campaign as clubs nationwide resume pre‑season activities ahead of the 2025/26 season, which will commence on 22 August 2025 and conclude on 24 May 2026, according to NPFL Board Chairman Gbenga Elegbeleye. Elegbeleye emphasised that this marks the first time in two decades since