Ex-Midfielder Festus Backs Rivers United to Clinch Title on Final Day
Rivers United have got a major boost before matchday 38, being the last day of the Nigeria Premier Football League season. Former midfielder Austine Festus expresses his confidence, and he thinks the club can win the league title.Before the NPFL Matchday 38, Austine Festus says the Pride Rivers have been consistent and determined all season, […]
Why Rivers United will win NPFL Title Over Rangers
The Nigeria Premier Football League is going to be really exciting as it comes to an end, Rivers United and Rangers International are fighting hard to be the champions. Both teams have one game to play on May 24.The Garden city boys are in a position right to play Katsina United at home which is […]
Rivers United Makes a Comeback to Keep the Title Race Alive
Rivers United did not give up on their title dream. They made a comeback to beat Wikki Tourists 3-2 in Bauchi. This means the Nigeria Premier Football League title race is still alive until the day. The match was full of surprises. Rivers United came back twice before they finally won. Wikki Tourists scored first […]
Rivers United Enjoy Ruthless Second Half as Title Race Heats Up
Rivers United thrived on being in style when it mattered most, powering to a three-0 win over Abia Warriors in a crucial matchday 36 clash to keep their title hopes alive. Now changed to not a reliable start. The first half was tight, with Abia Warriors sitting deep and denying clear-cut chances. Rivers United managed […]
Rivers State Empowers 520 Women with Skills Acquisition, Business Support
The Rivers State Government has empowered over 520 women through a three-month skills acquisition and empowerment programme aimed at promoting economic independence and self-reliance across the state. The training, organised by the Rivers State Ministry of Women Affairs in collaboration with Christ Embassy Convention Grounds Group, Port Harcourt, was held at the Women’s Skills Acquisition […]
NPFL: Matchday 35 Delivers Late Drama as Title Race Takes New Twist
Matchday 35 of the Nigeria Premier Football League served up another gripping chapter, with momentum swinging at both ends of the table as the title race tightened and the fight for survival intensified. At the top, Rangers International climbed into first place after a hard-fought 2–1 win over rivals Enyimba FC. Second-half strikes from Chidozie […]
NPFL: Kano Pillars Strike Late to Sink Rivers United in Dramatic Clash
Kano Pillars dealt a late blow to Rivers United with a dramatic 2-1 victory, sealing all three points deep into stoppage time in a tense Nigeria Premier Football League encounter. After a cagey first half that ended goalless, the game burst into life after the break. Kano Pillars found the breakthrough in the 81st minute […]
Match Preview: Kano Pillars host Rivers United in NPFL matchday 35
Kano Pillars will host Rivers United in a high-stakes Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) clash at the Sani Abacha Stadium, with both sides entering the encounter with contrasting ambitions and form.League leaders Rivers United arrive in Kano knowing that every point is crucial in their push to secure the NPFL title. The Pride of Rivers […]
Rivers United Bounce Back With Narrow Win Over Plateau United
Rivers United returned to winning ways with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Plateau United on Matchday 34 of the Nigeria Premier Football League. After a run of inconsistent results that had cast doubt over their title push, the Pride of Rivers responded when it mattered most, grinding out a vital three points in front of […]
Rivers United striker completes move to Norway’s HamKam
Nigerian striker David Benjamin has successfully transitioned from Rivers United to the Norwegian club HamKam, finalizing a confirmed transfer from the Nigeria Professional Football League to the Eliteserien on April 8, 2026. The forward joins the Hamar-based team from the Port Harcourt club, with his new contract at HamKam set to last until April 8, […]
Rivers Federation Cup: Rivers Utd begin title defence from quarter-finals
The draws for the 2026 Rivers State President’s Federation Cup (PFC) have been completed, establishing the groundwork for an exhilarating knockout tournament in both the men’s and women’s divisions.The current champions, Rivers United, have received a bye into the subsequent round, providing them with a direct route to the quarterfinals where they will compete against […]
NPFL Matchday 33: Rangers, Rivers Stumble as Kun Khalifat Shock Nasarawa, Remo Stars Edge South West Derby
Matchday 33 of the Nigeria Premier Football League delivered major twists in both the title race and relegation battle, as top sides dropped points and underdogs pulled off surprising results. League leaders Rangers International were held to a frustrating goalless draw by Barau FC, missing the chance to extend their lead at the top. Closest […]