Rivers United: From History To Glory
In the heart of Nigeria’s oil-rich city of Port Harcourt lies a football club that has become a symbol of pride, passion, and perseverance, Rivers United Football Club. Once seen as just another professional outfit in the Nigerian football league system, Rivers United now stands tall among the giants of Nigerian football, with a story […]
Effimi to Rivers Utd, as Bendel FC Offers Ezema ₦600K Salary
Nsi Effimi has reached an agreement to join Rivers United, a team in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). He is anticipated to sign a two-year contract with the club based in Port Harcourt. The right-back will become a member of the Pride of Rivers after completing his tenure with the previous NPFL champions, Rangers. […]
NFF Extends NPFL, NNL, And NLO Board Tenures
The Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has formally approved a significant one-year extension for the governing boards of three key football leagues in Nigeria: the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), the Nigeria National League (NNL), and the Nigeria Nationwide League One (NLO). This decision, which extends the tenure of these boards until […]
NFF Approves Tenure Extension for NPFL, NNL and NLO Boards to Sept 2026
The Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has decided to prolong the terms of the existing boards of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Nigeria National League (NNL), and Nigeria Nationwide League One (NLO) until September 29, 2026. As stated by the NFF, this extension is aligned with the duration of the current […]
NPFL: Kwara United Announces a 10-day Break After Federation Cup Victory
Kwara United players have been given a 10-day break by the club’s management after their victory in the President’s Federation Cup final against Abakaliki FC. Kwara United secured their first national trophy at the grand finale of this year’s President’s Federation Cup held in Lagos on Saturday. The team is scheduled to resume full preparations […]
Bayelsa United to Overhaul Squad for New NPFL Season
According to a report, Bayelsa United is preparing to kick off their training for the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season on Saturday, June 28, with a potential squad overhaul on the way. The report, however, claimed that the club representative Tarila Okorowanta announced the start date during a media conference on Wednesday, indicating […]
NPFL Shortlists 10 Referees for VAR Training in Morocco
According to the recent report from Blueprint, it is claimed that the Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League, Gbenga Elegbeleye, has announced that the board, in collaboration with the Nigeria Football Federation, has chosen 10 local referees with computer skills for VAR training in Morocco. The report has it that he outlined the objectives […]
Rivers United plot move for Ikorodu City defender Ojetoye ahead of Enyimba
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) teams, Enyimba and Rivers United, are actively seeking to acquire Waliu Ojetoye from Ikorodu City this summer. Both clubs are in urgent need of quality players as they prepare for the 2025–26 NPFL season. Enyimba and Rivers United will need to present a substantial offer for the defender, given […]
Rivers United Coach Steps Down
In a significant development for Nigerian football, Evans Ogenyi, the highly regarded tactician, has officially parted ways with Rivers United Football Club following the expiration of his contract as Chief Coach. This marks the conclusion of a impactful tenure with the Port Harcourt-based club, and sources indicate that Ogenyi is poised to embark on a […]
Musa: Club World Cup Shows How Far NPFL Has Fallen
Super Eagles forward Ahmed Musa has called for urgent reforms in Nigerian football, citing the disparity between African clubs competing at the FIFA Club World Cup and the current state of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). In a statement posted on his social media pages on Saturday night, the Kano Pillars forward said he […]
Obot Bids Farewell To Enyimba, Eyes Reunion With Former Coach
CHAN Super Eagles standout player has officially concluded his four-year tenure with Enyimba FC, paving the way for a possible high-profile transfer within the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). The skilled left-back, who made the switch to the People’s Elephant from Dakkada FC in 2020, has established himself as one of the league’s most reliable […]
NPFL Seeks Out Sponsors
Gbenga Elegbeleye, Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), announced the league’s pursuit of sponsors to fund the acquisition of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) machines for Nigeria’s top-flight league. Speaking at an end-of-season media parley in Abuja, Elegbeleye addressed concerns about questionable officiating that has tarnished the NPFL’s reputation, emphasizing the need for VAR […]