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Kano Pillars Begin Pre-Season Preparations Ahead of 2026/27 NPFL Campaign

By Kelechi / NPFL / July 7, 2026

The Sai Masu Gida held their first training session of the new season on Monday, with newly appointed technical adviser Daniel Ogunmodede due in Kano this week. Kano Pillars have officially kicked off preparations for the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League season, holding their opening

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Mamelodi Sundowns Eye Move for Free Agent Olisa Ndah

By Kelechi / Nigerians Abroad / July 7, 2026

The Nigerian centre back is available on a free transfer after a short, injury and paperwork hit spell at Stellenbosch FC, and talks with the South African champions are said to be progressing. Olisa Ndah could be on the move again in South Africa, with Mamelodi

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HJK Sign Former Golden Eaglets Midfielder Qurib Adetola

By Kelechi / Transfer News / July 7, 2026

Finland’s record league champions have moved for the 18 year old attacking midfielder straight out of Derby Football Academy, with an agreement running through 2027 and an option for 2028. HJK, the most decorated club in Finnish football, have added a young Nigerian prospect to their ranks,

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Babajide: Super Falcons Determined to Defend WAFCON Title and Reach World Cup

By Kelechi / Women's Football / July 7, 2026

With the tournament in Morocco doubling as qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup, Omorinsola Babajide says Nigeria’s ambitions haven’t changed despite a bigger, more competitive field. Omorinsola Babajide says the Super Falcons are carrying the same hunger into this year’s Women’s

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Dessers’ Return to Full Fitness Boosts Chelle Ahead of AFCON 2027 Qualifiers

By Kelechi / National Team News / July 6, 2026

The Panathinaikos striker has confirmed he is back in full training after an injury ravaged debut season in Greece, giving Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle another attacking option to call on this September. Cyriel Dessers has some good news for Eric Chelle heading

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Christantus Uche Shows Off Conference League Medal in Pointed Post

By Kelechi / Fan Zone / July 6, 2026

The Super Eagles midfielder shared his winner’s medal from a largely frustrating loan spell at Crystal Palace, with a caption many read as aimed at former manager Oliver Glasner. Christantus Uche used the weekend to remind the football world of a trophy he barely got

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Maduka Okoye Fulfils Formula 1 Dream, Presents Pole Award at Silverstone

By Kelechi / Awards & Recognition / July 6, 2026

The Super Eagles goalkeeper handed Mercedes rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli the Pirelli Pole Position Award at the 2026 British Grand Prix, capping a weekend that doubled as a childhood dream come true. Maduka Okoye traded gloves for a grandstand seat at one of motorsport’s

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Omoniyi Olajide Attracts Ursus Warszawa Interest After Strong Season With Proch Pionki

By Kelechi / Player Profiles / July 6, 2026

The 22 year old defensive midfielder has been invited for a trial by Ursus coach Michal Kaleta following a productive campaign in Poland’s regional leagues. Nigerian defensive midfielder Omoniyi Olajide is closing in on a fresh opportunity in Poland after a season that

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FG, Allen Onyema to Immortalise Stephen Keshi on Sports Diplomacy Wall of Fame

By Kelechi / Biographies / July 6, 2026

Federal Government, Allen Onyema to Immortalise Stephen Keshi on Sports Diplomacy Wall of Fame Former Super Eagles captain and coach Stephen Keshi will be inscribed on the NIIA’s Sports Diplomacy Wall of Fame in Lagos on July 28, in a ceremony sponsored by Dr. Allen Onyema and Air Peace. The Federal Government, through the Nigerian

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Burna Boy Jokes With Lookman About Nigeria’s World Cup Absence

By Kelechi / Society / July 6, 2026

Burna Boy Jokes With Ademola Lookman About Nigeria’s World Cup Absence The Super Eagles forward crossed paths with the Grammy winner backstage at Afronation in Portugal before heading back to Atletico Madrid for preseason. Ademola Lookman spent part of his summer break rubbing shoulders with Nigerian music royalty, and this time it was Burna Boy

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