NNL: Akwa United To Play Home Games At Uyo Township Stadium

Akwa United will play their home games in the Nigeria National League, NNL, at the Uyo Township Stadium, reports Completesports.com. The Promise...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Nov 3

NNL: Akwa United adopt new home ground for 2025-26 season

Akwa United have adopted a new ground for their home games ahead of the 2025-26 Nigeria National League, NNL, season. The Uyo Township Stadium will...
DAILY POST (NG Nov 3

Akwa United, Godswill Akpabio United FC Set for Exciting Friendly Clash Today

Football fans in Uyo are in for a treat today as Akwa United take on Godswill Akpabio United FC in what many are calling the “talk of the town”...
SPORTSRATION.COM Nov 1

All Eyes On NNL As Lobi, Heartland, Akwa United, Sunshine Stars Fail To Meet Deadline On Players’ Indebtedness

Heartland FC, Akwa United, Sunshine Stars, and Lobi Stars have failed to meet the October 24 deadline for settling outstanding debts owed to their...
SPORTS247 Oct 27

Ibom Air, Akwa United Partner To Launch New Sports Business Model

October 24, (THEWILL) — Ibom Air has entered into a N200 million sponsorship agreement with Akwa United Football Club, signalling a shift towards...
THEWILLNIGERIA.COM Oct 24

Ibom Air Signs N200m Sponsorship Deal With Akwa United

Ibom Air, the state-owned airline of Akwa Ibom, has signed a N200 million sponsorship deal with the state’s beloved Akwa United Football Club...
LEADERSHIP.NG Oct 24

Nigeria: Ibom Air, Akwa United FC Sign N200 Million Partnership

[Premium Times] The partnership, described as a significant milestone for sports and private sector collaboration in Akwa Ibom, was signed at the...
ALLAFRICA.COM Oct 23

Ibom Air Seals ₦200 Million Shirt Sponsorship Deal with Akwa United FC — A New Era for Sports-Private Sector Synergy in Akwa Ibom

In a bold move that underscores the growing intersection between business and sports development in Akwa Ibom State, Ibom Air has signed a landmark...
SPORTS247 Oct 23

Ibom Air Seals N200m Strategic Partnership Deal With Akwa United FC

UYO – Akwa Ibom State flagship airline, Ibom Air and state’s premier football club, Akwa United have entered into partnership agreement. The...
INDEPENDENT.NG Oct 23

Ibom Air, Akwa United FC sign N200 million partnership

The partnership, described as a significant milestone for sports and private sector collaboration in Akwa Ibom, was signed at the Godswill Akpabio...
PREMIUM TIMES Oct 23

Official: Ibom Air becomes official sponsor of Akwa United FC

Ibom Air and Akwa United Football Club, 2021 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Champions and two-time FA Cup winners, have entered into a...
SPORTSRATION.COM Oct 23

NNL: Akwa United get government directives to push for NPFL promotion

Nigeria National League, NNL, side Akwa United has received a stern warning from the Akwa Ibom State government to ensure they secure promotion...
DAILY POST (NG Oct 22

NPFL: Babaganaru appointed Kano Pillars interim technical adviser

Kano Pillars have confirmed the appointment of Mohammed Babaganaru as their interim technical adviser, DAILY POST reports. Babaganaru takes over...
DAILY POST (NG Oct 21

Boboye Hits the Ground Running at Bendel Insurance, Sets Focus on Discipline and Unity

Newly appointed Bendel Insurance Technical Manager, Coach Kennedy Boboye, has officially resumed duties with the Benin Arsenals, taking charge of...
SPORTS247 Oct 16

NNL: Akwa United open closed-camp preparations in Eket

Akwa United have embarked on a closed camping session ahead of the 2025–26 Nigeria National League, NNL season. The Promise Keepers’ players and...
DAILY POST (NG Oct 16

Akwa United Continue Preseason Preparations in Eket Ahead of NNL Kick-Off

Akwa United FC have continued their preseason build-up ahead of the 2025/2026 Nigeria National League (NNL) season, moving camp to Eket after...
SPORTSRATION.COM Oct 16

Bayer Leverkusen and Manchester United Tracking Nigerian Winger Sani Suleiman at U-20 World Cup

Bayer Leverkusen and Manchester United are reportedly among several top European clubs monitoring Flying Eagles winger Sani Suleiman during the...
SPORTS247 Oct 8

Lobi Stars, Akwa United, Heartland, Sunshine Stars, Gombe United in Race to Clear Debts as NNL Bars New Player Registration

Lobi Stars, Akwa United, Heartland FC, Sunshine Stars and Gombe United are racing against time to settle outstanding debts to players ahead of the...
SPORTS247 Oct 4

Akwa United Chairman, Supporters Club Renew Bond Ahead of Promotion Push

Chairman of Akwa United Football Club, Mr. Joseph Eno, has reaffirmed his commitment to guiding the club back to the Nigeria Premier Football...
SPORTS247 Oct 3

NNL: Mighty Jets appoint Dokubo new head coach

Ere Dokubo has been appointed as the new head coach of Nigeria National League, NNL side, Mighty Jets. Dokubo signed a two-year contract with the...
DAILY POST (NG Sep 24

Enyimba Forward Edidiong Ezekiel Hails Governor Otti’s Presence in Comeback Win

Enyimba FC forward Edidiong Ezekiel has praised the presence of Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, during the club’s thrilling 3-2 comeback victory...
SPORTSRATION.COM Sep 22

Akwa United FC Drawn In Southern Conference B As NNL Kicks Off In November

Akwa United FC will open their 2025/26 Nigeria National League (NNL) campaign at home against Solution FC on November 8, 2025, following the...
SPORTS247 Sep 19

Promotion-Chasing Akwa United, Heartland FC Set for Crunch Pre-Season Test in Uyo

Akwa United and Heartland FC will intensify their build-up for the 2025/26 Nigeria National League (NNL) season when they clash in a crunch...
SPORTSRATION.COM Sep 19

Akwa United, Heartland, Sunshine Stars, Lobi Stars Learn NNL Opponents Ahead of New Season

Four big clubs, Akwa United, Heartland, Sunshine Stars, and Lobi Stars have discovered their opponents for the upcoming 2025/2026 Nigeria National...
SPORTSRATION.COM Sep 16

NNL bars Akwa United, Lobi Stars, Heartland from registering for new season

The Nigeria National League, NNL, has barred five teams from registration for the 2025-26 season due to indebtedness. The affected clubs are Gombe...
DAILY POST (NG Sep 12

Zakho SC Extends Deputy Echeta’s Contract Until 2027 After Impressive Season

Zakho SC have confirmed the contract extension of Nigerian winger Deputy Echeta,Sports247 reports. The new contract will keep him at the club until...
SPORTS247 Sep 11

NNL Bars Akwa United, Heartland, Other Indebted Clubs from Registering for the 2025/2026 season.

The Nigeria National League (NNL) has barred Akwa United, Heartland FC, and other indebted clubs from registration in the league ahead of the...
SPORTS247 Sep 11

HFN disassociates itself from Akwa United handball club

The attention of the Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN) has been drawn to the activities of a purported club called Akwa United Handball Club,...
BLUEPRINT.NG Sep 10

Hakeem Otuyiga Shines Bright for El-Kanemi Warriors

El-Kanemi Warriors have found a solid and experienced goalkeeper in Hakeem Otuyiga, who joined the club from relegated side Akwa United. Since...
SPORTSRATION.COM Sep 3

NPFL: Otuyiga earns plaudits for El-kanemi Warriors positive start

El-Kanemi Warriors have praised goalkeeper Hakeem Otuyiga’s contributions to the team, DAILY POST reports. Otuyiga joined the squad from Akwa...
DAILY POST (NG Sep 3

Akwa United Face Godswill Akpabio in Pre-Season Title Decider

The 2025 Akwa United/Akwa Ibom State Football Association Pre-Season Tournament will reach its climax on Friday, 29 August, at the Uyo Township...
SPORTSRATION.COM Aug 28

NPFL Veteran Bassey Akpan Speaks: ‘I Pray That CHAN Eagles’ Results Don’t Affect Our League Players’

A former veteran goalkeeper in the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL), Bassey Akpan, has come out with a heart-stirring prayer that...
SPORTS247 Aug 24

Edidiong Ezekiel Set for Enyimba Debut Against Barau FC

Former Akwa United forward Edidiong Ezekiel is set to make his debut for Enyimba FC today when the People’s Elephants face newly-promoted Barau FC...
SPORTSRATION.COM Aug 24

Edidiong Ezekiel Bids Farewell to Akwa United

Akwa United forward Edidiong Ezekiel has confirmed his departure from the club after two years, bringing an end to his spell with his hometown...
SPORTSRATION.COM Aug 22

Gov Eno Urges New Management To Return Akwa Utd To NPFL

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has issued a directive to the new management team of the State’s beloved team, Akwa United, to ensure...
LEADERSHIP.NG Aug 22

Akwa United/AKSFA Pre-Season Tournament kicks off in Uyo

The Akwa United/AKSFA Pre-Season Tournament began on Thursday, August 20, 2025, with three exciting matches at the Uyo Township Stadium. Akwa...
SPORTSRATION.COM Aug 22

Akwa United Gets New Management and Technical Crew

Akwa United Football Club has announced a new management committee, with Mr. Joseph Eno appointed as the new Chairman. The move comes as Governor...
SPORTS247 Aug 21

NNL: Akwa United Appoint Offor As New Technical Adviser

Akwa United have announced the appointment Paul Offor as their new head coach, reports Completesports.com. Offor guided Sporting Lagos to Nigeria...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Aug 20

NPFL: Remo Stars Land Malian Duo, Warri Wolves Unveil 12 Signings, Wikki Tourists, Akwa United Announce New Coaches

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) reigning champions, Remo Stars, have secured the services of Malian Duo, midfielder Chaka Coulibaly and...
NAIJANEWS.COM Aug 20

NPFL: Akwa United appoint Paul Offor new technical adviser

Akwa United have announced the appointment of Paul Offor as their new technical adviser ahead of the 2025-26 Nigeria National League, NNL, season....
DAILY POST (NG Aug 20

Transfer: Tunisian club sign Flying Eagles star Ibrahim

Flying Eagles midfielder Auwal Ibrahim has joined Tunisian club Etoile du Sahel, DAILY POST reports. Ibrahim put pen to paper on a three-year...
DAILY POST (NG Aug 20

SportsRation Reporter Nsikakabasi Akpan Gets Akwa United FC Appointment

SportsRation reporter Nsikakabasi Akpan has been appointed as the new Deputy Media Manager of Akwa United Football Club. Akpan, who has written for...
SPORTSRATION.COM Aug 20

Official: Paul Offor Named New Akwa United Head Coach

Akwa United have confirmed the appointment of Paul Offor as their new Head Coach, SportsRation reports. The former Sporting Lagos manager, who...
SPORTSRATION.COM Aug 20

OFFICIAL: Akwa United, Ibom Angels Get New Boards

Governor Umo Eno has approved new management boards for Akwa United Football Club and Ibom Angels Football Club, appointing Mr. Joseph Eno and...
SPORTSRATION.COM Aug 20

Akwa United, Five Others Set for Preseason Tournament in Uyo

Akwa United Football Club will host a six-team preseason tournament in Uyo as part of preparations for the 2025/2026 football season. The...
SPORTSRATION.COM Aug 19

NPFL: Wikki Tourists sign nine players ahead new season

Wikki Tourists have announced the signing of nine players ahead of the 2025-26 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL season. Experienced midfielder...
DAILY POST (NG Aug 17

Phillip David Joins Wikki Tourists from Akwa United

Newly promoted Nigeria Premier Football League side, Wikki Tourists FC, have completed the signing of left back, Phillip David, from Akwa United...
SPORTSRATION.COM Aug 16

NPFL Youth League: Akwa Utd Lead in Umuahia, Katsina Utd in Kano

Heartland are turning to be the draw specialists at the Umuahia Centre on a day Kano Pillars won their first game in three matches. But it is Akwa...
THISDAYLIVE Aug 14

NNL: Offor Set To Take Charge At Akwa United 

Paul Offor is set to be named head coach of Nigeria National League, NNL, club Akwa United. Offor previously worked with Nationwide League One...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Aug 13

NPFL Youth League: Akwa United Leads In Umuahia, Katsina United In Kano

Heartland are turning to be the draw specialists at the Umuahia Centre on a day Kano Pillars won their first game in three matches. But it is Akwa...
INDEPENDENT.NG Aug 13

NNL: Akwa United set to appoint Paul Offor new head coach

Paul Offor is set to be named new head coach of the Nigeria National League, NNL side Akwa United. According to reports, Offor is currently in Uyo...
DAILY POST (NG Aug 13

Akwa United to Honour “Bullet” with Novelty Football Match

Akwa United Football Club has concluded plans to stage a novelty football match in honour of their late Team Manager, Sir Emmanuel Udoh, fondly...
SPORTS247 Aug 11

Wisdom Ndom Says Goodbye to Akwa United FC

Wisdom Ndom bids farewell to the former Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions, Awka United fc, who were relegated last season and...
SPORTS247 Aug 11

Wisdom Ndon Says Emotional Goodbye to Akwa United

Akwa United defender Wisdom Ndon has penned a heartfelt farewell message as he departs the club after three years, SportsRation reports. Ndon, who...
SPORTSRATION.COM Aug 10

NPFL: Mbaoma returns to Remo Stars on two-year contract

Victor Mbaoma has rejoined Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, champions Remo Stars. The Sky Blue Stars announced the 28-year-old put pen to...
DAILY POST (NG Aug 9

Transfer: Williams Sunday moves to Egyptian side El Mahalla

Williams Sunday has joined Egyptian Premier League club, Ghazl El Mahalla SC from Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Niger Tornadoes....
DAILY POST (NG Aug 6

NNL: Offor linked with Akwa United’s technical adviser position

Young tactician Paul Offor has been linked with the vacant technical adviser role at Nigeria National League, NNL, side Akwa United. Akwa United...
DAILY POST (NG Jul 30

Transfer: Jordanian club sign Akwa United defender Ebedebiri

Jordanian club, AI Salt have confirmed the signing of center-back Endurance Ebedebiri, DAILY POST reports. Ebedebiri teamed up with AI Salt from...
DAILY POST (NG Jul 25

NPFL: Boboye Set To Take Charge Of Barau FC As Head Coach

A former Plateau and Akwa United manager Kennedy Boboye is poised to take charge as the technical adviser of newly promoted Nigeria Premier...
LEADERSHIP.NG Jul 24

Zambian Club Zesco United Sign Nigerian Striker

Zambian giants Zesco United have completed the signing of Nigerian striker Chijioke Alaekwe, reports Completesports.com. Alaekwe, who linked up...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jul 9

Denis Nya Tipped For Zesco United Exit After Contract Talks Collapse

Former Akwa United defender Denis Nya has reportedly parted ways with Zesco United after failing to agree terms on a new contract, making him a...
SPORTSRATION.COM Jul 3

Akwa Ibom Dissolves Teams’ Boards

Akwa Ibom State government has dissolved the management boards of all the teams owned by the state. The affected clubs are former President...
LEADERSHIP.NG Jun 22

NPFL: Akwa United, Dakkada, others management team dissolved

Akwa Ibom State government has dissolved the entire management board of all the teams owned by the state. The affected clubs are former President...
DAILY POST (NG Jun 21

Gov’t Dissolves Boards Of Akwa United, Dakkada FC, 2 Other Clubs For Poor Performance

The Akwa Ibom State government has expressed its disappointment with the dismal performances of four football clubs in the state, prominently...
LEADERSHIP.NG Jun 19

Akwa Ibom Sports Commissioner Dissolves Management Teams of State-Owned Football Clubs

The Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Sports, Elder Paul Bassey, has announced the immediate dissolution of the management teams of the four...
SPORTS247 Jun 17

SACKED: Akwa United, Dakkada FC, Ibom Angels and Ibom Youths management lose Jobs

The Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Sports, Elder Paul Bassey, has sacked the management teams of all four government-funded football clubs in the...
SPORTSRATION.COM Jun 17

Nigerian Winger Wisdom Fernando Celebrates Ghana FA Cup Win with Asante Kotoko

Nigerian winger Wisdom Fernando has shared his joy after helping Ghanaian giants Asante Kotoko win the Ghana FA Cup. The former Akwa United player...
SPORTSRATION.COM Jun 16

NPFL: Former Enyimba forward Udoh reflects on top scorer achievement

Former Akwa United forward Mfon Udoh has reflected on his achievement as the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL topscorer. Udoh won the...
DAILY POST (NG Jun 13

NPFL: Alaekwe seeks fresh challenge after leaving Akwa United

Chijioke Alaekwe has said that he is ready for a new challenge following Akwa United’s relegation from the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL)....
DAILY POST (NG Jun 7

NPFL: Top Scorer Alaekwe Nears Akwa United Exit After Contract Ends

Akwa United’s leading scorer, Chijioke Alaekwe, is a major doubt for the relegated Promise Keepers following the expiration of his contract with...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jun 7

Akwa United Team Manager Passes Away

Akwa United Football Club of Uyo have been hit with another sad loss as their long-serving Team Manager, Emmanuel Udoh, has passed away. This...
SPORTSRATION.COM Jun 1

NPFL: Akwa United coach Akpan rues team’s relegation

Former Nigeria youth international goalkeeper Bassey Akpan said he is saddened by Akwa United’s relegation from the Nigeria Premier Football...
DAILY POST (NG May 29

NPFL: ‘Akwa United Relegation Saddest Moment Of My Career’ – Goalkeeper Coach, Akpan

Former Nigeria youth international goalkeeper, Bassey Akpan, has exclusively told Completesports.com that the Promise Keepers’ relegation to the...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 28

Heartland,  Akwa Utd Join Sunshine, Lobi Stars in Relegation

Heartland FC and Akwa United joined Sunshine Stars and Lobi Stars as the four teams relegated to the Nigeria National League (NNL) after the...
THISDAYLIVE May 27

Message From The Heart: Emmanuel Amuneke blamed for Heartland FC relegation

Former Super Eagles winger and coach Emmanuel Amuneke has come under heavy criticism from Heartland FC insider Barrister Ilechukwu Nwaopara...
SPORTSRATION.COM May 26

NPFL: Heartland, Akwa United Join Sunshine, Lobi Stars In Relegation

Heartland FC and Akwa United have joined Sunshine Stars and Lobi Stars as the four teams relegated to the Nigeria National League (NNL) following...
LEADERSHIP.NG May 26

NFPL Heartland go down again, Akwa United relegated

Despite beating fellow strugglers Akwa United on the final day of action in the NPFL, Heartland have again been relegated to the lower league. The...
BLUEPRINT.NG May 26

NPFL: Sighs, Lamentations As Heartland Suffer Fourth Relegation In Nine Years

Dan Anyiam Stadium, Owerri, turned into a scene of sighs and lamentations on Sunday evening despite Heartland’s season-ending 2-1 triumph over Akwa...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 26

NPFL: Akwa United, Heartland relegated as season ends on dramatic note

For the relegated sides, the focus shifts to rebuilding in the NNL and mounting a swift return to the top flight The post NPFL: Akwa United,...
PREMIUM TIMES May 25

Akwa United Send Emotional Message to Fans After NPFL Relegation

Former Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions Akwa United have sent an emotional message to their fans, apologising for their relegation...
SPORTSRATION.COM May 25

NPFL: Heartland, Akwa United relegated

Heartland and Akwa United have been relegated from the Nigeria Premier Football League. Heartland and Akwa United head into their clash at the Dan...
BLUEPRINT.NG May 25

NPFL: Heartland, Akwa United relegated on final day

Heartland and Akwa United have been relegated from the Nigeria Premier Football League, DAILY POST reports. The two clubs will feature in the...
DAILY POST (NG May 25

NPFL: Akwa United, El-Kanemi relegated as season ends on dramatic note

For the relegated sides, the focus shifts to rebuilding the NNL and mounting a swift return to the top-flight The post NPFL: Akwa United, El-Kanemi...
PREMIUM TIMES May 25

Heartland go down again, Akwa United also relegated

Despite beating fellow strugglers Akwa United on the final day of action in the NPFL, Heartland have again been relegated to the lower league. The...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG May 25

Akwa United Relegated from NPFL After Final Day Defeat to Heartland

Former Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions Akwa United FC have been relegated from the top flight after a narrow 1-0 defeat to...
SPORTSRATION.COM May 25

NPFL 2024/25 Final Day: Heartland, Akwa United Set for Relegation as Matchday 38 Promises High-Stakes Drama

As the curtain falls on the 2024/25 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, all eyes turn to the bottom of the table, where the battle for...
SPORTS247 May 25

NPFL: Heartland ready for survival battle against Akwa United

Heartland have vowed to fight for their survival in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). The Naze Millionaires occupy the 17th position on...
DAILY POST (NG May 14

Mfon Udoh Shares His Thoughts on Akwa United’s NPFL Survival Battle

Former CAF Champions League top scorer, Mfon Udoh, believes Akwa United still have a chance to avoid relegation from the Nigeria Premier Football...
SPORTSRATION.COM May 13

Denis Nyah celebrates historic triumph with Zesco United

Former Nigeria U23 star Denis Nyah has made history by winning the ABSA Cup with Zambian club Zesco United. The former Akwa United defender and his...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG May 11

Akwa United vs Bayelsa United: Preview – Team News, Line-ups, Prediction and Tips | May 11 15:00 (GMT)

Akwa United will face Bayelsa United on May 11 at 15:00 (GMT). Akwa United currently holds the 18th position in the NPFL, while Bayelsa United sits...
AFRICASOCCER.COM May 9
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