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NFF gives out palliatives to clubs in Abuja
The Nigeria Football Federation on Thursday handed out palliatives to representatives of 14 different clubs and two communities in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, as token support in the wake of the novel coronavirus pandemic ravaging the entire world presently.
Amaju Pinnick mourns death of NFF executive member
A Member of the Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation and Chairman of the Nigeria National League, Hon. Chidi Ofo Okenwa, died yesterday morning at the age of 50.
NFF exco member passes on
A Member of the Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation and Chairman of the Nigeria National League, Hon. Chidi Ofo Okenwa died on Tuesday morning at the age of 50.
NFF to revise budget, cut down on competitions to attend
The Executive Committee of Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) on Friday met via video conferencing to deliberate on important issues in Nigerian football, according to a statement from the football body.
Insurance coach ready for possible NNL resumption
Coach of Nigeria National League side Insurance of Benin Benard Ogbe has stated that he is pleased and ready to lead his team for the resumption of the nation’s second tier league.
Abdul Sule: NNL waiting on NPFL’s decision
Ex international and Chairman of Nigeria National League side Kogi United, Abdul Sule, has stated that the decision on the status of the Nigeria National League which has been on hold since December 2019 after just five and four games respectively will largely be dependent on some of the decisions taken by the topflight league.
Mighty Jets players laments non payment of salaries
The players of Nigeria National League side Mighty Jets of has lamented for non-payment of salaries and bonuses by the management.
NPFL: Adamawa United boss confident of beating relegation
The head coach of Adamawa United Ibrahim Bariki is adamant that his side will continue to fight to remain in the Nigeria professional football league, despite their current position.
NNL: Insurance coach berates continuous resumption postponement
Coach of Nigeria National League side Insurance FC Benard Ogbe has lampooned the postponement of the restart of the NNL after it latest shift in date following a communique released yesterday by the NNL.
Lobi Stars set to consolidate top stop
League leaders Lobi Stars FC of Makurdi will hope to extend their lead in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) when they confront 18th placed Jigawa Golden Stars in one of the matchday 18 fixtures at the Sani Abacha stadium, Kano this weekend.
LMC approves Akwa Starlets’ change of name
The League Management Company (LMC) has approved the change of name of Akwa Starlets to Dakkada International FC in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL).
Vandrezzer unveil Brazil midfielder Alberico Da Silva
Alberico Da Silva previously had stints with Nigeria Professional Football League clubs, FC IfeanyiUbah and Akwa United under his compatriot, coach Rafael Everton.
Kwara United back in NPFL after acquiring Delta Force slot
After just a match in the 2019/2020 Nigeria National League (NNL), Kwara United Football Club, are back in the elite league, with the acquisition of the slot of Delta Force Football Club in the top flight.
U23 AFCON: Niger Tornadoes hold Olympic Eagles in friendly
Nigeria’s U23s, the Olympic Eagles, were held to a 0-0 draw by Nigeria National League (NNL) club, Niger Tornadoes in a friendly game at the FIFA Goal Project training pitch, Abuja, on Tuesday morning.
Ngozi Elechi leaves Warri Wolves on mutual agreement
Ngozi Elechi has told newsmen that he has mutually parted company with newly promoted NPFL side, Warri Wolves.
Akwa Starlets crowned 2019 NNL champions
Akwa Starlets have been crowned Champions of the 2018/19 Nigeria National League (NNL) season after dispatching Adamawa United 2-0 in the final game of the Super 4 Playoff at the Nnamdi Azikiwe stadium.
NNL fines Jigawa Golden Stars over post-match conference offence
The Nigeria National League (NNL) has imposed a Two Hundred Thousand Naira (₦200,000) fine on Jigawa Golden Stars for post-match Conference offence committed by the Technical Adviser , Rabiu Tata.
Oyo commissioner-nominee hopes to revive 3SC, Crown
Seun Fakorede, who was nominated by Governor Seyi Makinde, has promised to develop the sporting sector in Oyo State if assigned to man the Ministry of Youth and Sports.
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Medical council validates four coronavirus test kits – registrar
The Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) says it has validated four Rapid Test Kits to determine their suitability for testing SAR-COV-2 infection popularly known as COVID-19 in the country.
Nigerian celebrities mourn deceased Majek Fashek
Nigerian celebrities have taken to their social media platforms to mourn the death of Music Legend, Majekodunmi Fasheke, a.k.a Majek Fashek.
Rwanda set to announce new coronavirus restrictions
Rwanda says it will announce new restrictions on containing the coronavirus Tuesday, a stark reversal of the country's plan days ago to ease restrictions, including motor vehicle travel throughout the country.
Nigeria declares telecoms facilities critical national Infrastructure
In response to the yearnings of industry stakeholders to declare telecom facilities Critical National Infrastructure, President Muhammadu Buhari, has finally approved and also directed that necessary physical protective measures be put in place to safeguard telecommunications infrastructure deployed across the country.
ASCAB: President Buhari’s speech underestimate Sani Abacha’s $5 billion loot
Alliance for Surviving COVID-19 and Beyond, (ASCAB), a group led by prominent Nigerian human rights lawyer, Femi Falana has said that President Muhammadu Buhari’s claim that late dictator, Sani Abacha, stole $1 billion contradicts the figures earlier released by his own officials.
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Rwanda reports its first death from the new coronavirus
The victim was a 65-year-old driver who opted to return home from a neighbouring country, where he resided, after falling severely ill, the ministry said in a statement.
Fire guts nylon factory in Lagos
It was gathered that the incident happened on Saturday morning while production was ongoing at the factory located on Wifunke Street, behind a Total Filling Station.
DHQ: More terrorists surrender, others arrested in North East
Boko Haram/Islamic States West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists have continued to surrender to the Troops of Operation Lafiya Dole (OPLD) in the North East.
Lagos, LCCI task stakeholders on agribusiness opportunities
The Lagos State Government and the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) have charged farmers and all stakeholders in the agricultural sector on the need to explore the numerous opportunities that abound in agribusiness.
Rúben Neves responds to Manchester United and Liverpool rumours
Wolves star Rúben Neves has been in the headlines for quite some time now as the subject of a potential big-money move to Premier League giants Manchester United and Liverpool.