Nigeria Football League

In a dedicated effort to propel grassroots development and enhance community-level sports, Senator John Enoh, the Honourable Minister of Sports Development, recently conducted an exhaustive inspection of the Obafemi Awolowo National Stadium in Ibadan, affirming the pivotal role of the Ministry’s zonal offices in his comprehensive agenda for grassroots development. Read Also: Joke Elvis Shines With Penalty Save As Warri …

Sunshine Stars player and former Super Eagles international, Godfrey Oboabona, has lauded the organizers of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) for the notable improvements seen in the league’s quality. Oboabona, who joined Sunshine Stars during the last transfer window, expressed his satisfaction with the positive changes and enhancements witnessed in the league. Read Also: 13th All African Games: Francis …

In a promising revelation, the newly appointed coach of Katsina United, Abubakar Bala, has unveiled his transformative philosophy and techniques, signalling a positive change in the team’s approach. Coach Bala made this statement following his successful debut game, where Katsina United secured a victory against Bendel Insurance. Read Also: Dahiru Sadi Expresses Concerns Over Leadership Vacuum In Super Eagles Team …

Blessing Ilevieda’s first-half brace was the difference as Bayelsa Queens defeated Nasarawa Amazons at the ongoing Betsy Obaseki Preseason Cup in Benin City. Read Also: NPFL MD 4: Remo Stars Secure Thrilling Victory Over Sporting Lagos The game that was played at the Uniben Sports Complex wasted no time in providing goals as the competition’s inaugural champions raced into an …

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has issued a stern warning regarding the performance of match Commissioners, asserting that negligence in their duties will be met with sanctions. Alhaji Babgana Kalli, Chairman of the NFF Match Commissioner Committee delivered this message during the 2023 NFF Match Commissioners seminar for the Southern province. The event, which took place on Monday at NUT …

Malumfashi Football Club of Katsina has faced expulsion from the Nigeria National League (NNL) due to multiple breaches of the league’s rules and regulations. This decision comes following the club’s failure to participate in consecutive matches as scheduled. The expulsion stems from Malumfashi FC’s refusal to honor two consecutive matches in Conference D of the NNL: Sokoto United vs. Malumfashi …

Former Kwara United coach Samson Unuanel has emphasized the untapped wealth of football talent within Nigeria’s Premier League and grassroots levels. According to Unuanel, the country is home to thousands of football gems akin to the internationally acclaimed Victor Osimhen, waiting to be discovered. Read Also: NPFL Reschedules Matchday 15,16 Fixtures Amid Festive Season Logistical Challenges Unuanel, a seasoned football …

In a bid to promote and enhance the development of football within Ogun State and beyond, Dr. Qudus Yusuf, the esteemed Permanent Secretary of Ogun State’s Ministry of Youth and Sports, has extended a warm and enthusiastic welcome to a gathering of football match commissioners. Dr. Yusuf represented the Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, who holds a profound …

Nasarawa United reclaimed the top spot in a thrilling National Nigeria League (NNL) encounter with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Yobe Desert Stars FC. King Osanga’s sublime strike and a resilient defensive display secured the win for the Solid Miners at the Lafia City Stadium. Read Also: Nigeria Premier League, Grassroots Football – A Goldmine Of Talent, Says Samson Unuanel …

Beyond Limit FA clinched a decisive 2-0 victory over Ekiti Utd FC in the NNL week 13 encounter. The match saw Ogbonnaya Sunday and Ayodele Shina, both from Beyond Limit, scoring crucial goals in the 68th and 70th minute respectively. Ogbonnaya Sunday, who was named the Most Valuable Player of the match, spoke to Sports247 in a post-match interview. Reflecting …