Home Eagles pip Remo Stars in pre-CHAN 2024 friendly

The home-based Super Eagles defeated Remo Stars 1-0 in a pre-2024 African Nations Championship, CHAN, friendly in Ikenne on Tuesday. It was the...
DAILY POST (NG 6 hours ago

CHAN 2024: Home Eagles Pip Remo Stars 1-0 In Friendly

The home-based Super Eagles defeated Nigeria Premier Football League , NPFL, champions Remo Stars 1-0 in their first test game ahead of the 2024...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM 7 hours ago

Nigerian Defender Isaac Afolabi Makes European Leap, Signs With KF Laçi

Abia Warriors left-back Isaac Lawal Afolabi, aged 18, has embarked on his first senior move to European football by signing with Albanian...
SPORTS247 Jul 13

NPFL: Afolabi leaves Abia Warriors for Albanian club FK Laci

Isaac Afolabi has joined Albanian side KF Laçi from Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL club Abia Warriors. The details of the youngster’s move...
DAILY POST (NG Jul 12

NPFL: Abia Warriors report Kano Pillars to NPFL on Imama

The transfer imbroglio involving Abia Warriors and Kano Pillars over the services of head coach Imama Amapakabo has now taken a different...
ACLSPORTS.COM Jul 12

Swiss Based Coach Adeyemi Charts Grassroots Football Development With Badagry United FC Director, Danladi Musa

Swiss-based football coach, Adeyemi Anthony Adedeji has reaffirmed his commitment to supporting grassroots football development in Nigeria during a...
SPORTS247 Jul 12

Exclusive: Abia Warriors, Enyimba Settle Player Dues as NFF Imposes Transfer Ban on Heartland, Bendel Insurance, Others

Abia Warriors and Enyimba International FC have successfully settled their outstanding financial obligations to former players, thereby escaping a...
SPORTS247 Jul 12

NPFL: Obuh Confirms Amapakabo’s Return To Abia Warriors After Peace Talks

Amapakabo Set To Join Team In Uyo For Preseason   John Obuh, Executive Chairman of Abia Warriors, has confirmed to Completesports.com that Head...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jul 11

Imama Amapakabo Set to Arrive in Kano for Final Talks with Pillars

SportsRation can exclusively confirm that former Abia Warriors head coach, Imama Amapakabo, is expected to arrive in Kano, Saturday, July 12, 2025,...
SPORTSRATION.COM Jul 11

28 players in Ikenne CHAN Eagles camp

Preparations for Nigeria’s campaign at the African Nations Championship (CHAN) gathered momentum yesterday as two players from Abia Warriors,...
SUNNEWSONLINE.COM Jul 9

Abia Warriors’ Continental Dream Faces Disruption Amid Imama Exit Rumours

The atmosphere around Abia Warriors is tense despite the club’s historic qualification for the 2024/2025 CAF Confederation Cup—a first in their...
SPORTS247 Jul 9

Five Players Ineligible To Feature For Home-Based Super Eagles At CHAN 2024

Five players have become ineligible to feature for Nigeria’s home-based Super Eagles at this year’s Africa Nations Championship in Uganda, Tanzania...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jul 9

Amapakabo Missing From Abia Warriors Preseason Camp Amid Kano Pillars Links

Imama Amapakabo, former Nigeria U-23 international goalkeeper and current Head Coach of Abia Warriors, is yet to arrive at the team’s preseason...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jul 9

Super Eagles camp update: 28 players in Ikenne battling for African Nations Championship spots

Preparations for Nigeria’s campaign at the African Nations Championship (CHAN) gathered momentum on Wednesday as two players from Abia Warriors,...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM Jul 8

Abia Warriors Pay Courtesy Visit to Legendary Mr. Football

Abia Warriors Football Club have paid a heartfelt visit to Mr. Ejikeme Ikwunze, affectionately known…
ABIAWARRIORSFC.COM.NG Jul 6

“It’s a Dream Season” — Ayodele Ezekiel Reflects on Breakthrough Year With Abia Warriors and Super Eagles Call-Up

Ayodele Ezekiel, the electric right winger for Abia Warriors FC, has described the 2024/2025 NPFL campaign as a “dream season,” following his key...
SPORTS247 Jul 5

Abia Warriors Trio Earns CHAN Call-Up

Three Abia Warriors players have been called up to the Nigeria Super Eagles B-Team, also…
ABIAWARRIORSFC.COM.NG Jul 5

Peter Rufai: A Monumental Loss to Nigeria – Coach Obuh

The sudden passing of Peter Rufai, the legendary former Super Eagles goalkeeper, has sent shockwaves…
ABIAWARRIORSFC.COM.NG Jul 4

CAF Confederation Cup: Kwara United, Abia Warriors Face Disqualification Threat Over Player Indebtedness

The Nigeria Football Federation’s (NFF) Players’ Status and Arbitration Committee (PSAC) has issued a stern warning to clubs indebted to players...
SPORTS247 Jul 3

Financial Standoff: Obuh Allegedly Sets Debt Settlement From Kwara United as a Condition For Paying Abia Warriors Players’ Outstabding Salary

As the July 31, 2025 deadline for CAF Confederation Cup registration looms, a brewing financial standoff threatens the participation of two...
SPORTS247 Jul 2

Inter-club competitions: CAF releases requirements for clubs

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially released the requirements for clubs participating in the 2025/2026 Inter-Club...
BLUEPRINT.NG Jul 1

CAF Confederation Cup: Abia Warriors Get Akwa Ibom State Nod For Debut At ‘Nest Of Champions’ – Obuh

Executive Chairman of the Abia Warriors Management Board, John Obuh, has exclusively told Completesports.com that the Akwa Ibom State Government...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jul 1

Kwara United Win First President Federation Cup After Penalty Shootout Win Vs Abakaliki FC

Kwara United claimed their first-ever President Federation Cup title after edging out giant killers Abakaliki FC on penalty shootout. After both...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jun 28

Transfer: Abia Warriors Set To Sign Gabriel From Enyimba

Abia Warriors are close to finalising a move for defender, Innocent Gabriel from nine-time league champions, Enyimba. The Umuahia-based club are...
LEADERSHIP.NG Jun 27

NPFL: Abia Warriors set to sign Gabriel from Enyimba

Abia Warriors are close to finalising a move for defender, Innocent Gabriel from nine-time league champions, Enyimba. The Umuahia-based club are...
DAILY POST (NG Jun 26

NPFL: Abia Warriors Target Enyimba’s Gabriel, Step Up CAFCC Preparations

Abia Warriors of Umuahia are making no mistakes in bolstering their squad ahead of the 2025/2026 second-tier CAF interclub competition,...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jun 25

Federation Cup Final: Kwara United Not Afraid Of ‘Giant-Killers’ Abakaliki FC — Coach Sanni

Head Coach of Kwara United, Tunde Sanni, has exclusively told Completesports.com that his ‘Harmony Boys’ are not fretting over the ‘giant-killers’...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jun 18

NPFL: Abia Warriors begin preparation for 2025/26 season

Abia Warriors have commenced preparations for the 2025/26 season. The Umuahia-based club finished third in the Nigeria Premier Football League,...
BLUEPRINT.NG Jun 17

NPFL: Abia Warriors commence preparation for 2025/26 season

Abia Warriors have commenced preparations for the 2025/26 season, DAILY POST reports. The Umuahia-based club finished third in the Nigeria Premier...
DAILY POST (NG Jun 17

Abia Warriors begin preparation for CAF Confederation Cup

Players of Abia Warriors have started returning to the team’s camp to begin preparations for the team’s maiden foray into African inter-club...
GUARDIAN NIGERIA Jun 17

Obuh Honoured With Champion Of Democracy Award

One of the leading radio stations in Abia State, Family Love FM, has honoured some…
ABIAWARRIORSFC.COM.NG Jun 13

Adekunle Adeleke Urges More CHAN, WAFU Tournaments to Boost Home-Based Stars

Nigerian footballer Adekunle Adeleke emphasized the importance of increasing CHAN (African Nations Championship) and WAFU competitions to benefit...
SPORTS247 Jun 12

MJA to host 2025 President Federation Cup grand finale

For the second successive year, the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos will host the grand finale of the President Federation Cup competition, which is...
SUNNEWSONLINE.COM Jun 9

NFF confirms venue for 2025 President Federation Cup

The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, on Monday confirmed Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos, as the venue for the 2025 President Federation...
DAILY POST (NG Jun 9

Mobolaji Johnson Arena To Host 2025 President Federation Cup Final

For the second successive year, the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos will host the grand finale of the President Federation Cup competition, which is...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jun 9

Mobolaji Johnson Arena to host 2025 President Federation Cup grand finale

For the second successive year, the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos will host the grand finale of the President Federation Cup competition, which is...
THENFF Jun 9

Abia Warriors Chairman John Obuh Holds Thanksgiving Service in Abuja

Chairman of Abia Warriors Football Club, Coach John Sam Obuh, on Sunday held a special…
ABIAWARRIORSFC.COM.NG Jun 8

Indebtedness: Enyimba, Plateau, Abia Warriors Others Shun PSAC Deadline as Only 3SC, Starbuilders Comply

With just 24 hours remaining before the expiration of the 45-day deadline issued by the Nigeria Football Federation’s Players Status and...
SPORTS247 Jun 1

Enugu Set to Host National Youth Sports Events with Security, Modern Facilities, and Cultural Grandeur – Commissioner Love Ikechukwu

Enugu State has declared its full preparedness to host upcoming national youth sporting events, promising state-of-the-art infrastructure, maximum...
SPORTS247 May 29

Abia Warriors Risk Expulsion From CAF Confederation Cup

Nigeria representative, Abia Warriors FC in the 2025/2026 CAF Confederations Cup is in danger of being expelled from the competition due to failure...
SPORTS247 May 29

NPFL: Obuh Reflects On Abia Warriors’ Tortuous Road To Historic Top-Three Finish

John Obuh, Executive Chairman of the Abia Warriors Management Committee, has revealed the club’s “tortuous” road to their first-ever NPFL top-three...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 28

Pinnick Charges Abia Warriors To Go For Continental Glory

Former President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Amaju Melvin Pinnick has charged players and officials…
ABIAWARRIORSFC.COM.NG May 27

NPFL: Amapakabo Plots Tactical Fixes Ahead Abia Warriors’ CAFCC Campaign

Imama Amapakabo, Head Coach of Abia Warriors, has tacitly revealed his team’s planned technical adjustments ahead of next season’s CAF inter-club...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 26

NPFL Final Day: Ex-Barcelona man sinks with Heartland as Abia Warriors edge Ikorodu City to continental spot

The 2024–25 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) season came to a dramatic close on Sunday, with triumph, heartbreak, and final-day...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA May 25

NPFL: Megwo Vows Abia Warriors Will ‘Enjoy Themselves’ Against Ikorodu City

Abia Warriors hitman, Sunday Megwo, has exclusively told Completesports.com that the team will be under no pressure in their Sunday’s final match...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 24

Eunisell to host Abia Warriors in Lagos after impressive NPFL season

Leading specialty Chemicals Company and proud sponsor of Abia Warriors FC, Eunisell Limited, will host the team to a special dinner on Monday, May...
SUNNEWSONLINE.COM May 22

Abia Warriors Hold Thanksgiving Service

Following a successful 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League campaign, Abia Warriors Football Club of Umuahia,…
ABIAWARRIORSFC.COM.NG May 18

‘The Important Thing Is World Cup Qualification’ – Obuh Hails Flying Eagles Despite U-20 AFCON Title Miss

John Obuh, former Nigeria U-20 Flying Eagles coach and current Executive Committee Chairman of Abia Warriors FC, has expressed satisfaction with...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 17

NPFL: Finidi sure of Rivers United Champions League spot

Rivers United technical adviser Finidi George believes that his team is better placed to finish in a CAF Champions League spot at the end of the...
DAILY POST (NG May 15

NPFL: Finidi Upbeat Rivers United Will Beat Abia Warriors To Second Spot

Rivers United technical adviser Finidi George is optimistic his side will secure a place in the CAF Champions League. The Port Harcourt club and...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 15

Abia Warriors Will Make Nigeria Proud In CAF Confederation Cup – Coach

Abia Warriors coach Imama Amapakabo has revealed that the club will represent Nigeria with pride in next season’s CAF Confederation Cup. The club...
THE WHISTLER NIGERIA May 14

NPFL: ‘Preparation for 2025/2026 CAFCC Starts Immediately’ — Abia Warriors Coach Amapakabo

Imama Amapakabo, Head Coach of Abia Warriors, has disclosed that there is no time to waste as preparations for their maiden CAF Confederation Cup...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 14

NPFL: Abia Warriors Top Scorer Ijoma Relishes Maiden CAF Berth Amid April POTM Honour

Abia Warriors hitman, Anthony Ijoma, has expressed joy over his club’s potential third-place finish in the 2024/2025 NPFL — a feat that has...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 14

Amapakabo Vows Early Preparations as Abia Warriors Eye Historic CAF Debut

Following Abia Warriors’ first-ever qualification for a CAF continental competition, head coach Imama Amapakabo has pledged to begin intensive...
SPORTS247 May 13

NPFL: Abia Warriors will fortify team for continental engagement – Amapakabo

Abia Warriors technical adviser, Imama Amapakabo has promised to fortify the team ahead of their continental engagement next season. The...
DAILY POST (NG May 13

NPFL: How Abia Warriors Clinched Historic Continental Ticket As Ikorodu Crumble In Ikenne

The 2024/25 NPFL season delivered another weekend of high drama, heart-stopping action, and history-making moments, headlined by Abia Warriors’...
INDEPENDENT.NG May 12

NPFL: Sunshine Stars Relegated, Rivers Utd, Abia Warriors Secure Continental Spots

Sunshine Stars of Akure have been relegated from the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) following a 2-1 home defeat against Niger Tornadoes...
LEADERSHIP.NG May 12

NPFL Player of Week: Ojonugwa Adejoh fires Abia Warriors to first-ever continental qualification

The NPFL Player of Week 37 is Ojonugwa Adejoh of Abia Warriors. The hard working former Heartland midfielder scored a goal and provided an assist...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG May 12

Remo Stars crowned NPFL champions, Abia Warriors also make history

It was Coronation Sunday for Remo Stars today as they were officially crowned NPFL champions for the first time in their history, while Abia...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG May 11

NPFL: Rivers United, Abia Warriors Secure Continental Tickets; Sunshine Stars Relegated

Rivers United and Abia Warriors confirmed their place on the continent on Sunday with a game to spare, reports Completesports.com. Both teams will...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 11

Abia Warriors beat El Kanemi in Umuahia, qualify for CAF continental ticket

Abia Warriors Football Club of Umuahia on Sunday, made history by beating El Kanemi Warriors of Maiduguri 2-1 at Umuahia township stadium and...
DAILY POST (NG May 11

NPFL: Adejoh underscores importance of Abia Warriors clash with El-Kanemi

Abia Warriors midfielder, Adejoh Ojonugwa has explained the importance of the matchday 37 clash with El-Kanemi Warriors to their quest of securing...
DAILY POST (NG May 11

NPFL: Abia Warriors Midfielder Adejoh Underscores Importance Of El-kanemi Game

Abia Warriors midfielder Adejoh Ojonugwa has declared the team’s readiness to secure maximum points in Sunday’s home clash against El-Kanemi...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 11

Abia Warriors vs El Kanemi Warriors: Preview – Team News, Line-ups, Prediction and Tips | May 11 15:00 (GMT)

Abia Warriors will face El Kanemi Warriors on May 11 at 15:00 (GMT) in an NPFL matchup. Abia Warriors currently hold the 3rd position in the NPFL...
AFRICASOCCER.COM May 9

NPFL: Amapakabo Eyes CAF Berth As Abia Warriors Treat Remaining Games Like Cup Finals

Abia Warriors Head Coach, Imama Amapakabo, says that his side will approach each of their two remaining games in the 2024/2025 NPFL season as a cup...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 8

NPFL: Niger Tornadoes get top scorer’s boost for Abia Warriors clash

Niger Tornadoes’ top scorer, Joseph Godstime, is set to make a return for the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 36 clash with Abia...
DAILY POST (NG May 7

NPFL: Niger Tornadoes calls for fans support against Abia Warriors

Niger Tornadoes chairman, Engr Ibrahim Dada has called for fans support ahead of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) matchday 36 clash...
DAILY POST (NG May 7

Godstime Returns: Tornadoes’ Midfield Maestro Vows to Spark Survival Push Against Abia Warriors

After weeks on the sidelines, Niger Tornadoes’ talismanic midfielder Joseph Godstime has returned to full training—bringing with him renewed hope...
SPORTS247 May 6

NPFL MD36: Tornadoes Boosted With Godstime’s Return Against Abia Warriors

By Our Correspondent Niger Tornadoes’ dynamic attacking midfielder and top-scorer, Joseph Godstime has resumed full training with his teammates...
BESTCHOICESPORTS.COM.NG May 6

Niger Tornadoes vs Abia Warriors: Preview – Team News, Line-ups, Prediction and Tips | May 07 15:00 (GMT)

Niger Tornadoes will face off against Abia Warriors on May 7 at 15:00 (GMT). Niger Tornadoes currently hold the 15th position in the Nigerian...
AFRICASOCCER.COM May 5

Abia Warriors’ Ijoma aims for Super Eagles and European clubs

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Abia Warriors’ star striker Anthony Ijoma has revealed his ambitions to play for Nigeria’s Super Eagles and join top European...
SUNNEWSONLINE.COM May 4

NPFL: Amapakabo Calls For Focus As Abia Warriors Push For Continental Ticket

Abia Warriors technical adviser, Imama Amapakabo has urged his players to focus on securing a top three finish this season. The Umuahia-based club...
LEADERSHIP.NG Apr 30

NPFL: Amapakabo calls for focus as Abia Warriors push for continental spot

Abia Warriors technical adviser, Imama Amapakabo has urged his players to focus on securing a top three finish this season. The Umuahia-based club...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 29

NPFL: Amapakabo Optimistic As Abia Warriors Close In On Continental Dream

Imama Amapakabo remains upbeat that Abia Warriors’ desire to play continental football next term is still on course, Completesports.com reports....
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Apr 28

NPFL: Ogunbote gives reason for Shooting Stars’ loss to Abia Warriors

Shooting Stars technical adviser Gbenga Ogunbote has attributed his team’s defeat against Abia Warriors to defensive lapses. Ogunbote admitted that...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 28

Abia Warriors consolidate continental hopes

Abia Warriors have consolidated their chances of playing continental football next season after they beat Shooting Stars 3-1 in continuation of the...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Apr 27

NPFL: Abia Warriors beat Shooting Stars 3-1 in Umuahia

Abia Warriors Football Club of Umuahia on Sunday defeated Shooting Stars of Ibadan 3-1 in their crucial Nigerian Professional Football League, NPFL...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 27

NPFL: Enyimba Beat Rangers In Enugu, Abia Warriors Stop Shooting Stars

Enyimba beat Rangers 2-1 in thrilling oriental derby at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu on Sunday. Innocent Gabriel gave Enyimba the lead in the...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Apr 27

NPFL: Rangers fall to Enyimba in oriental derby, Abia Warriors overcome 3SC

Enyimba defeated holders Rangers 2-1 in a keenly contested oriental derby at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu, on Sunday. The visitors scored...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 27

Abia Warriors Triumph Over Shooting Stars with 3-1 Victory in NPFL Match on April 27, 2025

Abia Warriors emerged victorious in a thrilling encounter against Shooting Stars in Match Round 35 of the Nigerian Professional Football League...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Apr 27

NPFL: Abia Warriors to miss key duo against Shooting Stars

Abia Warriors will be without the duo of defender Augustine Njoku and Prince Okorie in their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL Matchday 35...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 27

Abia Warriors vs Shooting Stars: Preview – Team News, Line-ups, Prediction and Tips | April 27 15:00 (GMT)

Abia Warriors will face Shooting Stars on April 27 at 15:00 (GMT) in a highly anticipated NPFL match. Abia Warriors currently hold the 4th position...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Apr 25

NPFL: Abia Warriors’ Assistant Coach Orji Set For Knee Surgery

Abia Warriors’ Assistant Coach, Bethel Orji, is set to undergo knee surgery in June, Completesports.com can exclusively report. Orji, who played as...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Apr 24

Indebtedness: Heartland, Abia Warriors Face Stiffer Sanction From NFF Disciplinary Committee Over Unpaid Player Settlements

Heartland FC and Abia Warriors may soon face stiff sanctions from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Disciplinary Committee following multiple...
SPORTS247 Apr 22

Nigeria: Heavy Defeat to Katsina Utd, a Wake-Up for Abia Warriors - Amapakabo

[Leadership] Abia Warriors technical adviser, Imama Amapakabo, says the 5-1 defeat to Katsina United is a wake- up call for his side.
ALLAFRICA.COM Apr 22

Heavy Defeat To Katsina Utd, A Wake-up For Abia Warriors – Amapakabo

Abia Warriors technical adviser, Imama Amapakabo, says the 5-1 defeat to Katsina United is a wake- up call for his side. The Umuahia club dropped...
LEADERSHIP.NG Apr 22

NPFL: Heavy defeat to Katsina United wake-up call for Abia Warriors – Amapakabo

Abia Warriors technical adviser, Imama Amapakabo, says the 5-1 defeat to Katsina United is a wake- up call for his side. The Umuahia club dropped...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 21

Katsina United Bounce Back in Style with Historic Win Over Abia Warriors

Following a humiliating 6-0 loss to Ikorodu City FC, Katsina United’s head coach assured fans of a strong comeback. Just two days later, the team...
SPORTS247 Apr 21

NPFL: ‘5-1 Defeat By Katsina Utd A Wake-Up Call For My Team’ – Abia Warriors Coach, Amapakabo

Abia Warriors Head Coach, Imama Amapakabo, says his team’s emphatic 5-1 thrashing by Katsina United in Saturday’s NPFL matchday 34 clash is a...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Apr 21

Nigeria: NPFL - Remo Stars Shine in Ibadan As Ikorodu City Leap Over Abia Warriors

[Premium Times] The fifth-way win this season helped Remo Stars maintain their seven-point cushion at the top of the table with 65 points after 34...
ALLAFRICA.COM Apr 21
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