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Abia Warriors Land Prolific Striker Chindi Merpring Ahead of Season

Abia Warriors Land Prolific Striker Chindi Merpring Ahead of Season

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Abia Warriors have secured the signature of striker Chindi Merpring as they ready for the upcoming NPFL campaign and their debut in the CAF Confederation Cup. The Nigeria National League’s top scorer with four goals last season, Merpring joins from Edel FC as part of Head Coach Imama Amapakabo’s squad-building drive. Meanwhile, six players including […]

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Heartland Accuse Enyimba of ‘Unprofessional’ Poaching, They Push Back

Heartland Accuse Enyimba of ‘Unprofessional’ Poaching, They Push Back

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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

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Shooting Stars Reveal New Technical and Backroom Team for 2025–26

Shooting Stars Reveal New Technical and Backroom Team for 2025–26

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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

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Makinde Supports 3SC Restructuring, Pledges Full Backing

Makinde Supports 3SC Restructuring, Pledges Full Backing

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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

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Benson Acuna Makes NPFL History Wearing No. 1, Aids Nasarawa Survival

Benson Acuna Makes NPFL History Wearing No. 1, Aids Nasarawa Survival

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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,

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Heartland Rejects Kun Khalifat’s NPFL Slot; Club Preps for Debut

Heartland Rejects Kun Khalifat’s NPFL Slot; Club Preps for Debut

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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

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Iloenyosi Headliner at NPFL AGM and Season‑Draw Ceremony

Iloenyosi Headliner at NPFL AGM and Season‑Draw Ceremony

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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

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Wikki Tourists' Utum Godswill Reflects on NPFL Promotion Triumph

Wikki Tourists’ Utum Godswill Reflects on NPFL Promotion Triumph

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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

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Nwobodo Back as Rangers Captain, Oloruntoba Joins from Nairobi

Nwobodo Back as Rangers Captain, Oloruntoba Joins from Nairobi

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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

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Governor Yusuf Names Ahmed Musa GM of Kano Pillars FC

Governor Yusuf Names Ahmed Musa GM of Kano Pillars FC

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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

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