Bauchi, Nigeria — The stakes for Wednesday’s President Federation Cup semifinal have officially skyrocketed. In a massive pre-match development for the Bauchi faithful, Wikki Tourists have confirmed that talismanic striker Abdullahi Usman has officially returned to full training. After being sidelined for a short recovery period, the forward was spotted rejoining his teammates at the…
Kano, Nigeria — The hierarchy at Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) powerhouse Kano Pillars FC has officially fired the starting gun on a massive, high-stakes summer squad rebuild. In a decisive move that signals a brand-new sporting direction in Kano, the Sai Masu Gida family officially confirmed a major player exodus on Monday evening. Following…
Kaduna, Nigeria — The Bees are back in the big time, and they aren’t wasting a single second rebuilding their empire. Fresh off sealing a historic promotion back to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Kaduna-based heavyweights Ranchers Bees have sent a clear message of intent to their top-flight rivals. On Tuesday evening, club owner…
Port Harcourt, Nigeria — They fought until the bitter end, but the ultimate prize has slipped through their fingers. The 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season has officially drawn to a dramatic close, leaving the Pride of Rivers to ponder what could have been. Despite a commanding 3-0 victory over Katsina United on the…
Bauchi, Nigeria — For one of Nigeria’s most iconic football institutions, the unthinkable has officially happened. The grueling 2025-26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season has wrapped up, leaving a trail of absolute devastation in Bauchi. Wikki Tourists—affectionately known as the Bauchi Elephants—have been condemned to the second tier of Nigerian football after a nightmare…
Abia Warriors and Enyimba played out a tense goalless draw in Sunday’s Oriental Derby at the Umuahia Township Stadium. Despite several chances from Enyimba’s Kalu Nweke, Joseph Atule, and Edidiong Ezikiel, Abia Warriors’ defense stood firm, backed by a roaring home crowd. Fans praised both teams for their discipline and intensity throughout the match. Enyimba…
Katsina United FC has debunked viral reports claiming violence and the death of a player during their NPFL clash with Barau FC in Katsina. In a statement on Sunday, the club’s media director, Nasir Gide, described the story as “false, misleading, and a deliberate attempt to damage the club’s image.” Gide clarified that no fan…
A violent scene broke out on Saturday during an NPFL match between Katsina United and Barau FC after Barau’s Nana Abraham was reportedly attacked by angry home fans. Trouble started moments after Orji Kalu scored a 69th-minute equalizer for Barau FC, making it 1-1. Enraged supporters allegedly assaulted Abraham, leaving him with a deep neck…
Matchday 9 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) delivered shocks, goals, and drama as away sides stole the spotlight across the country. In Aba, Warri Wolves stunned Enyimba 2–1, ending the hosts’ four-match home unbeaten run. Tejiri Emonena’s second-half strike sealed the victory after an early own goal and Edidiong Ezekiel’s equaliser. In Yenagoa,…
Nigerian giants Rivers United are on a mission to conquer Africa as they jet out to Mozambique on Wednesday for their crucial CAF Champions League second-round first leg clash against Black Bulls. The Pride of Rivers will depart via the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, after arriving in the city on Tuesday from Port…