Kwara State Governor, Mallam Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, has expressed profound joy following Kwara United’s historic victory in the 2025 President Federation Cup, declaring that the feat is a result of sustained investment in youth development and not a one-off occurrence. The Harmony Boys defeated Abakaliki FC 4-3 on penalties after a goalless regulation time at the…
How to Get a CAF B Coaching License in Nigeria Coaching is the backbone of football, shaping talents and guiding players toward professional success. Recognizing the vital role of coaching, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has established a structured certification framework, ensuring coaches across Africa are equipped with the necessary expertise. Among these certifications…
In its aspirations for better outings in the coming year, Osun State Football Associations have announced its programs for next year through its statutory congress. Congress officially endorsed a series of transformative programs set to take effect in the upcoming year. These initiatives, aimed at reshaping the football landscape in the land following success stories…
Former President of Nigeria Football Federation and Nigeria’s Member of the FIFA Council, Mr. Amaju Melvin Pinnick, OFR, ROI has felicitated with Mallam Shehu Dikko, who was on Wednesday appointed as Chairman of the reinstated National Sports Commission by President and Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. Dikko, who was Chairman…
The 2024 edition of the NLO Cup, sponsored by Afriskaut, will kick off in October, with the Bwari Stadium and Dipo Dina Stadium hosting the championship. In a correspondence dated 7th September to affiliate clubs that excelled in the just concluded NLO regular league season, informed of the date. The NLO CUP, a tournament designed…
NFF President Ibrahim Gasau has poured encomiums on Engineer Lanre Adeleke, as he informed that the national U-15 male team tagged Future Eagles and its female counterpart will be camping at the Lanreleke Sports Academy in Ileogbo. Lanreleke Sports Academy was founded in 2021 and is a co-educational facility, fully residential and specialist Senior Secondary…
NWFL: Accolades Galore For Aisha Falode As Amaju, Akinwunmi, Falcons Players, Others Give Kudos For Her Unmatched Efforts And Drive. A Board member of the Nigerian Football Federation and the immediate past Chairperson of Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL), Aisha Falode, on Tuesday got all-round praises as she accounted for her leadership of the Nigerian…
In a commitment to elevate football in Osun State, Mr. Sola Fanawopo, the Chairman of the Osun State Football Association, has underscored his dedication to the 448 football clubs under his jurisdiction. During a recent telephone conversation with our correspondent, he laid out his vision and objectives for the flourishing football scene in the state….
It will be football glitz and glamour in Uboma, Imo State as the inaugural Nationwide League One NLO/Ikukuoma Super Cup kicks off on Wednesday September 6 with an opening fixture between Summer FC and Ave FC. The NLO secretariat, who last week listed 18 teams, which included two wild cards, released the groupings, match fixtures,…
Football development: Benue FA remains non-partisan, committed to peaceful, neutral approach – Chairman Lobi Stars Controversy: Our Stand – Benue FA The leadership of Benue State Football Association (BSFA) has clearly stated that it is only committed towards ensuring the development of the round leather game at all times without interfering in the day-to-day activities…
Barr. Paul Edeh has revealed plans by the board of Benue State Football Association (BSFA) to organise annual FA Chairman’s Cup. The philanthropist and President of Ratels Sports Development Foundation (RSDF) who made the disclosure during the maiden General Congress organised by the current BSFA leadership in Makurdi at the weekend, said the Chairman’s Cup…
Executive Board of Benue State Football Association (BSFA), led by Barr. Paul Edeh recorded a milestone as it hosted a first ever football stakeholders summit at the weekend in Makurdi, the state capital. The stakeholders summit which was held 49 days after the current BSFA board was inaugurated, witnessed the gathering of who-is-who in the…