What Media Group Backs Nigerian Football With ₦40bn NWFL & NNL Deal

What Media Group Backs Nigerian Football With ₦40bn NWFL & NNL Deal

By / Merch & Branding /
What Media Group (WMG) has announced a historic ₦40 billion investment in Nigerian domestic football, committing the funds over a 10-year strategic partnership with the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) and the Nigeria National League (NNL). The landmark agreement was unveiled at a high-profile ceremony in Abuja, signalling one of the biggest private-sector investments in […]

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Super Eagles Appoint Wilfred Ndidi as New Captain Ahead of AFCON 2025

Super Eagles Appoint Wilfred Ndidi as New Captain Ahead of AFCON 2025

By / National Team News /
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have officially named Wilfred Ndidi as their new captain ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The announcement came on Friday, with the experienced midfielder succeeding William Troost-Ekong, who recently retired from international football. Ndidi, 28, who has already led the national team in recent fixtures such

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Werder Coach Keeps Boniface’s Fitness Status Open as Knee Injury Lingers

Werder Coach Keeps Boniface’s Fitness Status Open as Knee Injury Lingers

By / Injuries /
Werder Bremen manager Horst Steffen has provided a cautious injury update on Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface ahead of his side’s Bundesliga clash with FC Augsburg, leaving the Nigerian’s availability uncertain. The 24 year old, on loan from Bayer Leverkusen, suffered a knee contusion after a heavy collision in training and has been sidelined recently.

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Super Eagles Land in Fès to Begin AFCON 2025 Campaign

Super Eagles Land in Fès to Begin AFCON 2025 Campaign

By / National Team News /
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have arrived in Fès, Morocco, marking the start of their final preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations finals. The squad and team officials touched down in the historic city on Thursday evening ahead of their Group C assignments at the competition. Head coach Éric Chelle’s men had spent

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Back to His Roots: Mukthar Adams Reunites with His First Coach

Back to His Roots: Mukthar Adams Reunites with His First Coach

By / Youth Development /
Nigerian footballer Mukthar Adams, currently playing for Odds Ballklubb in Norway, returned to the grassroots football pitch in Kano State to reunite with his first coach, Isa Sadiq, in an emotional homecoming. Adams shared a special moment with Coach Sadiq, presenting him with his Odds Ballklubb jersey a symbolic gesture of appreciation for the early

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Ajayi’s AFCON Call-Up Leaves Hull City in a Bind

Ajayi’s AFCON Call-Up Leaves Hull City in a Bind

By / Interviews /
Hull City boss Sergej Jakirović has conceded that losing Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations squad presents a “big headache” for the club, underscoring the challenge of balancing club commitments with international duty. Ajayi a regular starter in Hull’s defensive line this season — is expected to play a

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Olaigbe Set for Loan Exit After Struggles at Trabzonspor

Olaigbe Set for Loan Exit After Struggles at Trabzonspor

By / Tactics & Analysis /
Young winger Kazeem Olaigbe looks set to leave Trabzonspor on loan after failing to make the desired impact in Turkey’s Süper Lig since his summer arrival. The 22 year old has struggled for consistent game time and goals, prompting the club to explore temporary moves that could rejuvenate his season. Trabzonspor signed Olaigbe in August

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Azeez Yusuf Seals Move to Norrby IF After Mjällby Exit

Azeez Yusuf Seals Move to Norrby IF After Mjällby Exit

By / Transfer News /
Nigerian forward Azeez Temitope Yusuf has completed a switch to Norrby IF in Sweden after his contract with Mjällby AIF expired, ensuring he remains in Swedish football for the upcoming season. The striker, who had been with Mjällby, opted to join Norrby in Superettan — Sweden’s second tier where he will aim to continue his

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NFF Upholds Sanctions on Kano Pillars, Katsina Utd; Cuts Bans

NFF Upholds Sanctions on Kano Pillars, Katsina Utd; Cuts Bans

By / Law & Ethics /
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Disciplinary Committee has upheld the majority of sanctions against Kano Pillars and Katsina United, while reducing the duration of their stadium bans to five matches following recent crowd trouble in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). In a statement after its Wednesday meeting, the committee confirmed that Kano Pillars failed

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Davido Set to Ignite AFCON 2025 Opening Concert in Rabat

Davido Set to Ignite AFCON 2025 Opening Concert in Rabat

By / Events & Tournaments /
Afrobeats superstar Davido has been confirmed as one of the headline acts for the official opening concert of the 2025 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations in Rabat, Morocco, scheduled for Saturday. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) made the announcement on Thursday, revealing a star-studded lineup that also includes French Montana, Moroccan singer Douaa Lahyaoui,

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