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Amuneke: Heartland Begin Preseason For 2026/27 NNL Season

By Kelechi / NPFL / August 6, 2026

Emmanuel Amuneke says Heartland are already back in training for a second straight season in the NNL, after a third place finish left them just short of an immediate return to the NPFL. Heartland have resumed preseason preparations for the 2026/27 Nigeria National League campaign, technical manager Emmanuel Amuneke has confirmed, as the Owerri club

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Manyo Doubts NPFL Clubs Can Afford N2m Player Salaries

By Kelechi / NPFL / August 5, 2026

Rivers United skipper Stephen Manyo says empty stadiums and a lack of TV money make the NSC’s proposed N2 million monthly wage for NPFL players unrealistic for now. Rivers United captain Stephen Manyo has poured cold water on the National Sports Commission’s plan to force NPFL clubs to pay players a minimum of N2 million

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Kun Khalifat Unveil New Technical Crew, Management For 2026/27

By Kelechi / NPFL / August 5, 2026

Kun Khalifat are restructuring both dugout and boardroom as the fast rising Owerri club prepares for its second season among Nigeria’s elite. NPFL side Kun Khalifat unveiled the club’s technical crew and management staff on Tuesday ahead of the kick off of the 2026/27 top-flight campaign. Obinna Uzoho retained his position as Technical Adviser of

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Egwuekwe Outlines Warri Wolves’ Blueprint For NPFL Resurgence

By Kelechi / NPFL / August 4, 2026

Former Super Eagles defender Azubuike Egwuekwe is bringing his international pedigree into the boardroom as Warri Wolves plot a fresh start for the new NPFL season. Former Super Eagles defender Azubuike Egwuekwe has expressed confidence that Warri Wolves will produce positive results when the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League season gets underway. Egwuekwe, who serves

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NPFL: 3SC, Oyo Pillar Of Sports Foundation To Honour Club Legends on Home Matchdays

By Kelechi / NPFL / August 1, 2026

Two former Oluyole Warriors players will be honoured at selected fixtures each season, each receiving a customised jersey, cash award, and appreciation gift once the new NPFL campaign begins. Shooting Stars Sports Club, popularly known as 3SC, will honour club legends

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NPFL: Clubs Without Functional Websites Risk Losing Licensing — Owumi Warns

By Kelechi / NPFL / August 1, 2026

The league’s chief operating officer says poor digital presence across all 20 clubs is costing the NPFL millions in sponsorship revenue, and wants dedicated, professionally staffed media departments at every club. NPFL chief operating officer Davidson Owumi has warned participating clubs they must build

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Rangers International Choose Remo Stars Stadium for 2026/27 CAFCL Home Games

By Kelechi / NPFL / July 29, 2026

The nine time Nigerian champions confirm the tentative venue as renovation work continues at their traditional home, the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu. Rangers International will play their preliminary round home matches in the 2026/27 CAF Champions League at the Remo Stars Stadium in

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Kwara United Unveil 16 New Signings as Titiloye Sets NPFL Title, Federation Cup Double Target

By Kelechi / NPFL / July 24, 2026

The Ilorin club retained the core of last season’s squad while bringing in experienced NPFL campaigners and a Malian goalkeeper, as chairman Kumbi Titiloye sets an ambitious target for the new season. Kwara United have unveiled 16 new signings ahead

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NPFL: Amapakabo Returns as Abia Warriors Confirm Coach’s Recall After Suspension

By Kelechi / NPFL / July 23, 2026

Executive chairman John Obuh says the club is leaning on continuity and team spirit heading into the 2026/27 season, after resolving the disagreement that led to the suspension. Abia Warriors have confirmed that head coach Imama Amapakabo has returned to the club’s dugout after

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‘N1 Billion Alone Won’t Save Our League’ — Edema Fuludu Demands Accountability as NPFL Prize Money Soars

By Kelechi / NPFL / July 22, 2026

The former Warri Wolves administrator says referees and match officials also need prompt payment, and that corruption must be tackled if the record prize is to mean anything. Former Super Eagles midfielder Edema Fuludu has welcomed the decision

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