Ex International, Godwin Okpara Weighs In on Super Eagles Coach Chelle’s Contract Demands
Former Nigeria international Godwin Okpara has urged calm and dialogue amid reports that Super Eagles head coach Eric Sekou Chelle is seeking an...
NFF Confirms Super Eagles For Four-Nation Tournament in Amman
Three-time African champions, the Super Eagles will feature in a Four-Nation Invitational Tournament in Amman, capital of Jordan, during next...
NPFL: Kun Khalifat Determined To Secure Top-Flight Survival — Gabriel
Kun Khalifat FC defender Gabriel Lekan said the players will keep fighting to maintain their flight status. The Owerri club currently occupy bottom...
Heartland FC Players Talk Tough Ahead of Niger Tornadoes Clash in Owerri
Players of Heartland FC, Gabriel Lekan and Ebetomame Oghenetegra, have spoken about the team’s mindset ahead of their crucial Nigeria Premier...
NPFL: Kun Khalifat FC must show determination in relegation battle – Oghenetega
Kun Khalifat midfielder, Ebetomame Oghenetega, has urged his teammates to show courage and determination in other to improve on their position on...
Niger Delta Games: Screening Committee Impressed with Young Talents in Team Edo Camp
The Chairman of the Screening Sub-Committee for the Niger Delta Games, Mr. Braveman Wodi, has expressed satisfaction with the quality and number of...
NPFL: Nura moves to Niger Republic after Barau FC exit
Abdulbari Abayee Nura has completed a move to Niger Republic side, AS Police, DAILY POST reports. Nura joined the Nigerien club from Nigeria...
NPFL: Niger Tornadoes threaten to quit league
Niger Tornadoes have threatened to withdraw from the Nigeria Premier Football League after the league body banned the Bako Kotangora Stadium in...
NPFL Matchday 25: Ikorodu City Go Top After Niger Tornadoes Win As Remo Stars Slide Further
Ikorodu City climbed to the summit of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) table after a composed 2-0 home win over Niger Tornadoes on...
Tornadoes Set For NPFL exit over Stadium Ban
Niger Tornadoes have threatened to withdraw from the Nigeria Premier Football League after the league body banned the Bako Kantagora Stadium in...
Niger Tornadoes Rue Missed Chances in 2–0 Defeat to Ikorodu City
Niger Tornadoes were left to count the cost of profligacy in front of goal after suffering a 2–0 defeat to Ikorodu City on NPFL Matchday 25 at the...
NPFL: Ikorodu City beat Niger Tornadoes to return to top spot
Lagos side Ikorodu City defeated visiting Niger Tornadoes 2-0 in a keenly contested Nigeria Premier Football League game to return to the top of...
NPFL: Ikorodu City beat Tornadoes to secure top spot, Remo Stars fall to Pillars
Ikorodu City secured the top spot in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after a comfortable 2-0 home win over Niger Tornadoes on Sunday....
NPFL: Ikorodu City Go Top After Home Win Against Niger Tornadoes
A brace from Joseph Arumala saw Ikorodu City defeat Niger Tornadoes 2-0 in Sunday’s Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). The win means...
Niger Tornadoes Threaten NPFL Withdrawal Over Stadium Ban
Niger Tornadoes have threatened to withdraw from the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) following the league’s decision to ban the Bako...
Niger Tornadoes Threaten NPFL Withdrawal Says League ‘Playing Politics’
Niger Tornadoes FC have issued a stern warning that they may pull out of the ongoing Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after the league...
NPFL: Awosanmi, Ayodele win Shooting Stars’ December POTM, GOTM
Promise Awosanmi has been named as the Shooting Stars Player of the Month for December. Awosanmi has been impressive for the Oluyole Warriors this...
Coach Eugene Agagbe Reflects on Barau FC’s 2–1 Win Over Niger Tornadoes
Barau FC head coach, Eugene Agagbe, has expressed gratitude and optimism following his team’s 2–1 victory over Niger Tornadoes in their Nigeria...
NPFL: Barau FC Claim First Win of 2026 with Gritty Victory Over Niger Tornadoes
Barau FC recorded a memorable 2–1 victory over Niger Tornadoes on Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) Matchday 20, securing their first win...
NPFL: Mohammed ready to move on from Barau FC defeat
Niger Tornadoes technical adviser, Majin Mohammed, has taken in good faith his team’s 2-1 defeat to Barau FC. Uche Moses and Umaru Mohammed were on...
NPFL: Niger Tornadoes chairman Dada demands more commitment from players
Niger Tornadoes players have been urged to keep up with their impressive display ahead of the start of the second stanza of the season. Chairman of...
2026 FIFA U17 Women's World Cup: Flamingos draw bye to second round
Nigeria's U17 women's team, the Flamingos, will begin their quest for qualification to the 2026 FIFA U17 Women's World Cup finals when they enter...
NPFL: Niger Tornadoes sign Abubakar on two-year contract
Niger Tornadoes have completed the signing of midfielder Ibrahim Abubakar ahead of the second stanza of the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL,...
Niger Tornadoes Complete Double Signing Ahead of NPFL Second Stanza
Niger Tornadoes have bolstered their squad ahead of the resumption of the NPFL second stanza with the signing of experienced right-back Abubakar...
NNL: Umaru Maggi leaves Niger Tornadoes for Ranchers Bees
Ranchers Bees have completed the signing of midfielder Umaru Maggi for the second stanza of the Nigeria National League, NNL, season. The...
NPFL: Meyiwa leaves Niger Tornadoes after six months
Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Niger Tornadoes have parted ways with midfielder Meyiwa Oritseweyinmi. Meyiwa leaves the Ikon Allah...
AFCON 2025: Winning This Nations Cup Will Resurcitate Nigeria’s Sports Industry – Abdul Masu
The chairman of Niger State Sports Commission, Alhaji Abdul Masu has opined that Nigeria’s overall sports sector would be resuscitated should the...
AFCON 2025: Niger State Sports Commission Chairman Abdul Masu Calls For Unity Among Nigerians, Urges Team Work In Super Eagles
The chairman of Niger State Sports Commission, Alhaji Abdul Masu has charged Nigerians to use the Super Eagles’ outing at the 2025 Africa Cup of...
NNL: Ranchers Bees set to sign Umaru from Niger Tornadoes
Umaru Maggi is on the verge of sealing a move to Nigeria National League, NNL, side Ranchers Bees. Umaru is reported to have agreed on a move to...
AFCON 2025: Supporters Club Member Habeeb Maiyaki Excites Super Eagles’ Camp With Nigerian Delicacies
A member of the football supporters club, Habeeb Maiyaki is enjoying wide patronage and making huge profits from selling Nigerian delicacies at the...
Nigeria fulfils housing and land pledges to Super Eagles for 2023 AFCON second place finish
The government of Nigeria has delivered on its promise of housing and land to members of the Super Eagles following their runner-up finish at the...
NPFL: Shooting Stars assure fans of maximum security ahead Niger Tornadoes clash
Shooting Stars have promised maximum security for their supporters ahead of the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 18 fixture against...
NPFL: Onyeamechi sure of Shooting Stars’ victory over Niger Tornadoes
Shooting Stars forward, Austin Onyeamechi is optimistic that they will secure a positive result in their matchday 18 fixture against Niger...
NPFL: Niger Tornadoes game a must win for Shooting Stars – Salami
Shooting Stars Chairman, Honourable Taiwo Lekan Salami, has declared that their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 18 clash with Niger...
NPFL: Niger Tornadoes face injury crisis ahead El-Kanemi Warriors clash
Niger Tornadoes will miss the services of four players in their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 17 encounter with El-Kanemi...
2025 African Schools Championship: Draw for zonal qualifiers takes place today
All is set for the draw for the 2025 African Schools Championship zonal qualifiers today, Friday, November 21.The much-anticipated draw is...
NPFL: Maikaba wants Wikki Tourists to maintain unbeaten run
Wikki Tourists head coach, Abdul Maikaba wants his side to have a winning mentality as they continue their campaign in the Nigeria Premier Football...
Ghana U-15 Girls set to begin Hohoe camp ahead of WAFU B African Schools Football Championship
Ghanaâs U-15 Girlsâ national team will assemble in Hohoe to intensify preparations for the 2025 WAFU B African Schools...
NPFL: Niger Tornadoes suffer major injury blow ahead Wikki clash
Niger Tornadoes will be without four of their key players for the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 12 encounter against Wikki...
Ghanaian-born Nigerien midfielder sustains SERIOUS neck injury after fan attack in NPFL clash
Barau FC midfielder Nana Kwame Abraham suffered a deep cut to his neck after being attacked by Katsina United fans during their Nigerian...
"Thanks to Kotoko"- Mohammed Camara excited after maiden Guinea invite
Asante Kotoko goalkeeper Mohammed Camara has expressed delight after earning his first invite to the Guinea national team. Camara has been named...
Niger Tornadoes Coach Calls For Calm After Abia Warriors Defeat, NPFL Adjusts Rivers United Fixture
Niger Tornadoes head coach, Majin Mohammed, has urged the club’s fans to keep faith with the team despite last weekend’s 2-1 home defeat to Abia...
NPFL: Mohammed calls for calm after Niger Tornadoes’ home defeat to Abia Warriors
Niger Tornadoes technical adviser Majin Mohammed has urged the club’s supporters to remain calm following their home defeat to Abia Warriors The...
2025 U-20 WAFU B Girls Cup: Charles Sampson names Black Princesses squad for tourneny
Black Princesses head coach Charles Sampson has named a 20-member squad for the upcoming WAFU B U20 Girls' Cup to be staged in Benin.The team will...
Kotoko goalkeeper Mohammed Camara earns Guinea call-up for Togo and Niger friendlies
Asante Kotoko goalkeeper Mohammed Camara has been invited for Guineaâs upcoming friendly matches against Togo and Niger in the November...
NPPL: Mohammed blames overconfidence for Tornadoes’ home loss to Abia Warriors
Niger Tornadoes technical adviser, Majin Mohammed, believed that overconfidence was the reason for his team’s defeat to Abia Warriors. A strike...
NPFL: Abia Warriors Move To Top Spot After Beating Tornadoes Away
Abia Warriors have surged to the summit of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after a crucial 2-1 victory against Niger Tornadoes,...
NPFL: Abia Warriors stop Niger Tornadoes in Minna, go top
Cooking Something Special as Eguma Battles Pressure — Rangers Claim Hard-Earned Point Up North, Rivers Roar Back After securing continental...
NPFL: Majin Rues Missed Chances, Blames Defensive Errors as Abia Warriors Steal Three Points in Minna
Niger Tornadoes head coach, Majin Mohammed, has expressed disappointment over his team’s wastefulness in front of goal and defensive lapses...
NPFL MD 11 Results: Abia Warriors Go Top, Enyimba Down Pillars in ZoBia Derby
Abia Warriors continued their impressive form to climb to the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) table after a 2-1 away victory over...
Abia Warriors Leapfrog Nasarawa to Top of NPFL
Abia Warriors have leapfrogged Nasarawa to the top of the Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) on the back of a 2-1 defeat of Niger Tornadoes on...
NPFL: Abia Warriors Trash Host Niger Tornadoes 2-1
Niger Tornadoes Football Club of Minna on Sunday, at the Bako Kontagora Memorial Stadium suffered a painful home defeat, as first-half goals from...
NPFL: Enyimba End Barren Streak, Abia Warriors Beat Niger Tornadoes Away
Enyimba put an end to their winless streak, edging past Kano Pillars 2-0 in a Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 11 encounter in Aba...
NPFL ROUNDUP: Abia Warriors new leaders
Abia Warriors are the new leaders of the NPFL on the back of a 2-1 win at Niger Tornadoes today. They now have 21 points from 11 matches, two...
NPFL: Abia Warriors Move To Top Spot After Beating Niger Tornadoes
Abia Warriors have surged to the summit of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after a crucial 2-1 away victory against Niger Tornadoes on...
NPFL: Resilient Abia Warriors go top
Abia Warriors defeated Niger Tornadoes 2-1 in Minna to move to the top of the 2025-26 Nigeria Premier Football League season table,...
Ghana gears up for 2025 WAFU Zone B African Schools Football Championship
Ghana is gearing up for the CAF African Schools Football Championship WAFU-B Qualifiers in both boys and girls categories.The qualifiers scheduled...
FIFA drives football growth in Niger with new School mini-pitches and FENIFOOT headquarters project
FIFA is strengthening football development in Niger through the construction of two new mini-pitches and the ongoing development of the Niger...
NPFL: Kano Pillars will recover from poor form — Babaganaru
Kano Pillars technical adviser, Mohammed Babaganaru, has described his team’s defeat to Niger Tornadoes as a temporary setback. The Sai Masu Gida...
NPFL: Niger Tornadoes coach Mohammed aims high after win over Kano Pillars
Niger Tornadoes technical adviser, Majin Mohammed has reiterated his team’s desire to secure a continental ticket at the end of the 2025-26 Nigeria...
Niger Tornadoes Stun Kano Pillars In NPFL Clash
In a thrilling encounter at the Muhammad Dikko Stadium in Katsina on Saturday, Niger Tornadoes delivered a stunning performance, defeating Kano...
NPFL: Niger Tornadoes Compound Kano Pillars’ Woes With 2–0 Away Win
Kano Pillars’ struggles deepened on Saturday as they suffered another home defeat, falling 2–0 to Niger Tornadoes in their Nigeria Premier Football...
NPFL: Kano Pillars Fall At Home To Niger Tornadoes
Kano Pillars continued their poor run run in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, following a 2-0 home defeat to Niger Tornadoes. It was...
Kano Pillars Suffer Home Loss in Babaganaru’s First Game as Coach
Kano Pillars’ struggles in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) continued on Saturday as they suffered a 2-0 home defeat to Niger Tornadoes...
NPFL: Ahmed Musa returns to training ahead Kano Pillars vs Niger Tornadoes
Kano Pillars captain,Ahmed Musa has returned to training ahead of the club’s Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 10 encounter with...
NPFL: Babaganaru resumes duty at Kano Pillars
Veteran tactician Muhammad Babaganaru has started work as the new technical adviser of Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Kano Pillars....
Benin to host 2025 WAFU B U20 Girls Cup as Black Princesses prepare to defend Title
The West African Football Union (WAFU) Zone B has officially confirmed Benin as the host nation for the 2025 WAFU B U20 Girls Cup, scheduled to...
NPFL: Niger Tornadoes players get cash reward for win over Plateau United
Niger Tornadoes players have been rewarded with N1m for their matchday nine victory over Plateau United. The Ikon Allah Boys defeated Plateau...
NPFL: Mohammed hails Niger Tornadoes’ big win over Plateau United
Niger Tornadoes technical adviser, Majin Mohammed has reacted to his team’s big win over Plateau United. The Ikon Allah Boys thrashed Plateau...
Nigeria: NPFL Roundup - Ikorodu City Stun Nasarawa As Tornadoes Crush Plateau United
[Premium Times] At the Bako Kontagora Stadium in Minna, Niger Tornadoes were unstoppable, dismantling Plateau United 4-0
NPFL roundup: Ikorodu City stun Nasarawa as Tornadoes crush Plateau United
At the Bako Kontagora Stadium in Minna, Niger Tornadoes were unstoppable, dismantling Plateau United 4-0
The post NPFL roundup: Ikorodu City stun...
NYIRENDA Calls for Reflection After Niger Loss
| Mwamba Makonde | October 13, 2025 | Former Chipolopolo coach WEDSON NYIRENDA has called for reflection and responsibility following Zambia’s...
2026 WCQ: Super Eagles’ playoff hopes diminish after Cameroon’s draw with Angola
The Super Eagles’ slim hopes of at least making it to the 2026 World Cup play-offs took a blow on Monday following Cameroon’s 0-0 draw with Angola....
Niger Tornadoes Secure First NPFL Away Points in Warri
Niger Tornadoes secure their first points on the road in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season at Warri Township Stadium, Ozoro Delta...
CHIPOLOPOLO – DISASTER OF A WORLD CUP QUALIFICATION CAMPAIGN – WHAT IS THE WAY FORWARD
So now the dust has settled, the Chipolopolo Boys suffered their fifth defeat yesterday, losing 1-0 to Niger in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers....
Eight Teams Clash in Abuja for National Amputee Football Championship
The stage is set for an intense showdown as eight teams converge on Abuja for the National Amputee Football Championship, kicking off from October...
8 Teams Battle For Glory At National Amputee Football Championship In Abuja
Kano Pillars, Kwara FC, Kaduna State, Imo State, Abba Gida Gida FC, Niger State, Plateau State, and Phoenix FC are set to compete for top honours...
Zambia Crash Out Of World Cup Playoffs After 1–0 Home Defeat To Niger
Zambia Crash Out Of World Cup Playoffs After 1–0 Home Defeat To Niger Zambia’s dream of reaching the FIFA World Cup playoffs came to an abrupt end...
Niger stun Chipolopolo at Levy as World Cup campaign ends
The Senior Zambia National Football Team has concluded its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign on a disappointing note after losing its final match at...
Chipolopolo’s home jersey – Copper or Green!
I have seen a well articulated article by Puncherello Chama on the green tops and black shorts Chipolopolo used in the 0-1 loss to Niger 🇳🇪 in...
We have learned a lot from these qualifiers- Grant
Chipolopolo head coach Avram Grant says the team has learned a lot from the 2026 World Cup qualification games overall. Grant was speaking after...
Chipolopolo suffer defeat to Niger at home
The Zambia National team suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat at home to finish the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers with a loss. The Chipolopolo Boys went...
NPFL: Austin charges Warri Wolves players to go for victory against Tornadoes
Warri Wolves head coach, Johnny Austin has charged his players to build on the recent away win against Barau FC in their matchday eighth clash...
National Amputee Football Championship Kicks Off In Abuja
Kano Pillars, Kwara FC, Kaduna State, Imo State, Abba Gida Gida FC, Niger State, Plateau State, and Phoenix FC are set to compete for top honours...
Nkandu urges fans to be at their best behavior during the Niger game
The government has urged football fans to be on their best behaviour as they cheer Chipolopolo in the Group E FIFA World Cup encounter against...
Chipolopolo ready to spoil Niger’s party
Zambia host Niger in the final match of the FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium this afternoon. Kickoff 15h00 While Zambia...
Rivers United, Bayelsa United Clash In Niger Delta Derby [Full NPFL Matchday 8 Fixtures]
All eyes will be on the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt today as Rivers United and Bayelsa United renew their fierce Niger Delta...
NPFL: Bayelsa Utd Take on Rivers Utd in Niger Delta Derby
The rivalry in the South-South will take centre stage this Sunday when Rivers United play hosts to Bayelsa United in another chapter of the Niger...
Zambia vs Niger Prediction and Betting Tips | 13th October 2025
Zambia host Niger on Monday for their final game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers in the first round, as both sides look to keep their...
We want to win this game also- Grant
Chipolopolo coach Avram Grant has described Zambia’s final Group E FIFA World Cup qualifier against Niger as an important step in the team's...
