Lobi Stars Clear 32 Million Naira Debts, Exits NFF PSAC Transfer Ban
Lobi Stars Football Club have settled all outstanding debts and fines imposed by the Nigeria Football Federation Players Arbitration Committee, NFF -PSAC amounting to Thirty two million naira paving the way for the lifting of the club’s transfer and registration ban, Sports247 reports. On February 28, 2025, the NFF Federal Arbitration Committee ruled on a petition filed by former coach...
Islamic Solidarity Games: How Nigeria’s Weightlifters Paved Riyadh With Gold
Nigeria’s charge for glory at the Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh reached a glittering crescendo on Tuesday as the weightlifting events came to a thrilling conclusion. In the midst of it all stood Sarah Matthew, a young woman whose strength told the story of a nation on the rise. Read Also: Remo Stars Owner Kunle Soname Reveals He Rejected Lucrative Offer...
Remo Stars Owner Kunle Soname Reveals He Rejected Lucrative Offer to Play Both CAF Ties in South Africa
Remo Stars owner Hon. Kunle Soname has revealed that the club turned down a financially tempting offer from Mamelodi Sundowns to play both legs of their CAF Champions League double-header in South Africa — saying it was a matter of “national pride.” Soname, speaking with reporters after the tie, disclosed that Sundowns had approached Remo Stars with a proposal that...
Alex Iwobi Clears the Air on Hotel Controversy, Says Super Eagles Are ‘Comfortable and Focused’ Ahead of Playoffs
Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has dismissed rumours suggesting that the Nigerian national team was lodged in substandard accommodation in Morocco ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff clash against Gabon. The speculation began after a short video posted on Iwobi’s social media went viral, showing what appeared to be an old building outside his hotel window. Fans quickly...
Ashleigh Plumptre Extends Al Ittihad Contract, Says Saudi Move Was “The Best Decision Of My Career”
Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre has expressed delight after signing a contract extension with Al Ittihad Ladies, describing her time in Saudi Arabia as one of the most rewarding experiences of her football career. The 26-year-old, who joined the Jeddah-based club in 2023, revealed that staying on was an easy decision, citing the club’s professionalism, ambition, and vision for women’s...
Proud But Focused: Super Falcons Star Chiamaka Nnadozie Reacts To FIFA Goalkeeper Of The Year Nomination
Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has expressed her pride and gratitude after being nominated for The Best FIFA Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year Award, describing it as a milestone that reflects years of hard work and dedication. The Nigerian international, who currently plies her trade with Brighton & Hove Albion Women, was shortlisted among the world’s elite shot-stoppers following her...
Ekiti United Unveil New Kits Ahead of 2025/2026 NNL Season, Promise Fresh Start
Ekiti United FC have officially unveiled their brand-new kits for the 2025/2026 Nigeria National League (NNL) season, signaling a refreshed identity and renewed ambition as they gear up for the new campaign. The unveiling ceremony showcased the club’s home and away jerseys, training kit, and travel outfit, each designed to embody the club’s heritage, spirit, and commitment to excellence. Read Also:...
Green Atlas Sports Academy Appoints Shola Adewuyi as Head Coach, Targets Discovery of Future Football Stars
A new entrant into Nigeria’s football development landscape, Green Atlas Sports Academy, has appointed former Remo Stars coach, Shola Ibrahim Adewuyi, as the head of its technical crew — marking a decisive step in the academy’s mission to discover and nurture the next generation of football talent across the country. Adewuyi’s appointment was officially unveiled at a modest media event...
Just-In: Crisis Eases As Super Eagles Agree To Resume Training At 5PM In Rabat After Boycott Standoff
Relief may finally be returning to the Super Eagles’ camp in Rabat after what appeared to be the start of another full-blown crisis just days before Nigeria’s crucial World Cup playoff against Gabon. After reports earlier today that players and staff had boycotted training over unresolved issues surrounding unpaid bonuses and allowances, inside sources have now confirmed that the team...
Kano-Born Forward Umar Mohammed Named In Jiangjun FC Squad For Chinese Tournament
Kano State–born striker Umar Mohammed has been named in Jiangjun FC’s travelling squad for their upcoming tournament in China, marking another significant milestone in his rising football career. The talented Nigerian forward, who currently plies his trade in the Chinese League Two — the third tier of professional football in China — has earned widespread praise within the club for...
