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Edo State Sports Commission appoints Emperor Jarret Tenebe as Chairman of Bendel Insurance FC, replacing Philip Shaibu

Kennedy Boboye cleared to return as NPFL suspends remainder of 17-match ban

Kennedy Boboye will return to the Bendel Insurance bench for the start of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League season after the...

Katsina United player Chinedu Ozor has reportedly died after collapsing during a pre-season friendly against Niger Tornadoes at Karkanda Stadium in Katsina.

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Katsina United defender Chinedu Ozor reportedly dies after collapsing

The Nigerian football community has been thrown into mourning following the reported death of Katsina United player Chinedu Ozor, who collapsed during...

Kun Khalifat FC president Rita Amefula has dismissed reports that the Owerri-based NPFL club is up for sale, saying the club has entered strategic partnerships with notable brands ahead of the 2026/27 season.

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‘Kun Khalifat is not up for sale’ – club president Amaefula dismisses rumours

Kun Khalifat FC have moved to quash reports that the Owerri-based Nigeria Premier Football League club is being put up for sale,...

The NPFL has released the Matchday 1 fixtures for the 2026/27 season, with Rangers hosting Katsina United and Rivers United facing Plateau United.

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BREAKING: NPFL releases Matchday 1 fixtures for 2026/27 season

The road to the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League season has taken another major step forward, with the league releasing the fixtures...

NPFL Chief Operating Officer Davidson Owumi has warned that clubs without functional websites risk losing their licences, urging greater investment in media departments during the NPFL/Afrinvest seminar in Enugu attended by TheAthleticNG.

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No functional website, no licence: NPFL issues fresh warning to clubs

Nigeria Premier Football League Chief Operating Officer Davidson Owumi has warned that clubs without functional websites could lose their licences as the...

Rangers have confirmed to TheAthleticNG that they will play their CAF Champions League home matches at Remo Stars Stadium only if the ongoing renovation of Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium is not completed before September.

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Exclusive: Enugu Rangers confirm Remo Stars Stadium as temporary CAF Champions League home

Enugu Rangers have confirmed they are making contingency plans to play their opening home matches in the 2026/27 CAF Champions League at...

Kwara United have unveiled 16 new players ahead of the 2026/27 NPFL season, with chairman Kumbi Titiloye declaring the club's ambition to win both the league title and the President Federation Cup.

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Kwara United strengthen squad with 16 news signings for 2026/27 NPFL campaign

Kwara United have signalled their intention to challenge for major honours in the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season after unveiling...

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Abia Warriors confirm Amapakabo’s return after suspension

Abia Warriors have confirmed the return of head coach Imama Amapakabo after the completion of his suspension, with the experienced tactician already...

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Rivers United deny salary debt claims, insist former players were fully paid after 2025/26 season

Nigeria Premier Football League side Rivers United have strongly denied reports circulating on social media alleging that the club owes former players...

Super Eagles winger Moses Simon has clarified his comments about his failed Rangers trial after the nine-time NPFL champions rejected his tribalism allegation, sparking widespread debate among football fans.

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Moses Simon clarifies Rangers tribalism comments: Here’s the full story and where things stand

What began as a personal recollection from Super Eagles winger Moses Simon about a failed trial at Rangers International quickly developed into...

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Kennedy Boboye cleared to return as NPFL suspends remainder of 17-match ban

Katsina United defender Chinedu Ozor reportedly dies after collapsing

‘Kun Khalifat is not up for sale’ – club president Amaefula dismisses rumours

BREAKING: NPFL releases Matchday 1 fixtures for 2026/27 season

No functional website, no licence: NPFL issues fresh warning to clubs

Exclusive: Enugu Rangers confirm Remo Stars Stadium as temporary CAF Champions League home

Kwara United strengthen squad with 16 news signings for 2026/27 NPFL campaign

Abia Warriors confirm Amapakabo’s return after suspension

Rivers United deny salary debt claims, insist former players were fully paid after 2025/26 season

Moses Simon clarifies Rangers tribalism comments: Here’s the full story and where things stand

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