NPFL: Kano Pillars Plummet Into Relegation Quagmire, Rivers United Reclaim Top Spot
Matchday 32 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) delivered a cocktail of drama, unexpected results, and significant shifts at both ends of...
Deutsch Confident Enyimba Will Avoid Relegation Despite Poor Form
Head coach Emmanuel Deutsch has expressed firm belief that Enyimba International FC will not be relegated from the Nigeria Premier Football League,...
NPFL: Plateau United must target positive results in remaining fixtures – Ogunbote
Plateau United technical adviser Gbenga Ogunbote says his team will aim for victory in their remaining fixtures in the Nigeria Premier Football...
Deutsch defiant! Enyimba boss backs team to stay up
Head Coach Emmanuel Deutsch has declared that Enyimba will not be relegated to the Nigeria National League (NNL) despite their recent struggles in...
Nigeria: NPFL - Kano Pillars Stun Enyimba, Ignite Relegation Battle
[Leadership] Kano Pillars secured a convincing 2-0 victory over Enyimba of Aba in a thrilling Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) encounter...
NPFL: Deutsch upbeat Enyimba won’t be relegated
Emmanuel Deutsch is optimistic Enyimba will maintain their top-flight status at the end of the season, DAILY POST reports. The nine-time champions...
NPFL: Enyimba Will Not Be Relegated Despite Setbacks — Deutsch
Emmanuel Deutsch, Enyimba Head Coach, has given a firm assurance that the People’s Elephant will remain in the Nigeria Premier Football League...
Remo Stars and Kano Pillars Strengthen Survival Hopes in NPFL
Remo Stars and Kano Pillars strengthened their chances of staying in the Nigeria Premier Football League with important victories on matchday 31,...
Nigeria: Mercurial Ali 'Pele' Produces 2 Assists in Pillars Victory Over Enyimba
[Daily Trust] On of Kano Pillars most influential players, Rabiu Ali "Pele," recorded two assists as the "Masu gida' boys produced a convincing 2-0...
Remo Stars, Kano Pillars Ease Relegation Fears With Vital NPFL Wins [Matchday 31 Results]
Relegation nerves eased for Remo Stars and Kano Pillars after both sides delivered timely victories on Matchday 31 of the Nigeria Premier Football...
NPFL: Kano Pillars Stun Enyimba, Ignite Relegation Battle
Kano Pillars secured a convincing 2-0 victory over Enyimba of Aba in a thrilling Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) encounter yesterday and...
Remo Stars and Kano Pillars win big for survival fight for NPFL
Naija Premier Football League (NPFL) don show serious action for matchday 31 as two big teams wey dey fight relegation, Remo Stars and Kano...
Ahmed Musa Scores As Kano Pillars Thrash Enyimba 2-0 In Kano
Kano Pillars secured a convincing 2-0 victory over Enyimba of Aba in a Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) encounter on Sunday, with goals from...
NPFL: Rangers Secure Top Spot, Kano Pillars Pip Enyimba
Rangers moved to the summit of the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, following a comfortable 2-0 win over El-kanemi Warriors. Daniel Itodo...
NPFL: Rangers Secure To Spot, Kano Pillars Pip Enyimba
Rangers moved to the summit of the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, following a comfortable 2-0 win over El-kanemi Warriors. Daniel Itodo...
Federation Cup: Six teams battle for Kano State FA cup title
Six teams are set to battle for the 2026 Kano State Federation Cup title. The teams include Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, sides Kano...
Results of NPFL matchday 30
These are the results of Match Day 30 fixtures in the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) played on Sunday: Shooting Stars FC 3-2...
NPFL: Kano Pillars in Minna to beat Niger Tornadoes — Musa
Kano Pillars forward, Ahmed Musa is hopeful of a positive result in their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 30 fixture against Niger...
NPFL: Rangers’ Onyebuchi pleased to be back after injury layoff
Rangers International defender Ifeanyi Onyebuchi has told www.aclsports.com that he is pleased to be back after his successful return to...
NPFL: Musa hails fans support in Kano Pillars’ derby win Barau FC
Veteran forward, Ahmed Musa, has highlighted fans’ support in Kano Pillars’ derby win over Barau FC. Musa said the supporters gave the team the...
Ali, 45, Vows To o Chase More Glory With Kano Pillars
Rabiu Ali, the iconic midfielder and talisman of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), has made it clear that age is just a number,...
NPFL: Rabiu Ali eyes more trophies with Kano Pillars at 45
Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, legend Rabiu Ali has reiterated his desire to continue playing for Kano Pillars beyond this season. The...
Nigeria: Legendary Ahmed Musa Wins Kano Derby for Pillars
[Daily Trust] Former Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa's second half ferocious strike from the edge of the box made the difference as Kano Pillars...
NPFL ROUNDUP: Ahmed Musa Kano Pillars hero, Rivers United stay top
Former Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa rolled back the hand of the clock when he was named Man of the Match as he scored the match winner for Kano...
NPFL: Musa nets winner for Kano Pillars, Rivers United maintain top spot
Former Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa scored the winning goal as Kano Pillars recorded a 1–0 victory over local rivals Barau FC at the Sani Abacha...
Evans Ogenyi Set To Lead Wikki Tourists
Evans Ogenyi is poised to become the new technical adviser for Wikki Tourists in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), following the...
NPFL: Evans Ogenyi set to take charge at Wikki Tourists
Evans Ogenyi is set to be appointed as the new technical adviser of Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Wikki Tourists DAILY POST reports....
Nigeria: Kano Pillars Fail to Overturn League Point Deduction
[Daily Trust] Former Nigerian champions Kano Pillars FC have failed in their attempt to overturn a three-point and three-goal deduction after the...
Coach presents Kano Pillars jersey, cherishes Mr VAR ‘s fearless drive for Nigeria League
Former home based Super Eagles and U23 Keepers trainer, Coach Shuaib Suleiman, presented a customised Kano Pillars replica Jersey to the Ibadan...
Ahmed Musa Snubs Europe Return, Focused On Kano Pillars Revival
Former Super Eagles of Nigeria captain Ahmed Musa has no plans to head back to Europe amid the relegation battle facing his current club, Kano...
Iwobi Credits ‘Strong Groin’ For His Wonder Goal Against Tottenham
Fulham of England star, Alex Iwobi has given credit to what he believes was his ‘strong groin’ that made it possible for him to score a wonder goal...
NPFL: Adelowo Reflects on 3SC’s Narrow Victory Over Kano Pillars
Defender Gbolagade Adelowo has shared his thoughts following Shooting Stars SC’s hard-fough 2–1 home win against Kano Pillars FC. Speaking to...
NPFL: Musa Dismisses Europe Return Rumours, Focuses On Kano Pillars Revival Mission
Former Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa has dismissed reports linking him with a return to Europe to continue his football career,...
NPFL: Aweroro Demands Improvement Despite 3SC’s Hard-Fought Win
Head coach Nurudeen Aweroro has called for continued improvement following Shooting Stars SC’s narrow 2–1 victory over visiting Kano Pillars FC....
Results of NPFL Match Day 28
By Aderonke Ojo These are the results of Match Day 28 fixtures in the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) played on Sunday: Niger...
NPFL: Kano Pillars appeal rejected, three‑point deduction stands
Kano Pillars attempt to overturn a three-point and three-goal deduction has failed after the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, Appeals Committee...
ITT J30 Abuja 2026: Nigerians Finish Empty-Handed Despite Deep Tournament Run
Nigerian junior tennis players endured a bittersweet outing at the 2026 ITT J30 Abuja tournament after reaching multiple finals but ultimately...
NFF Appeals Committee Upholds Kano Pillars’ Three-Point, Three-Goal Deduction Over Crowd Violence
Kano Pillars have failed in their bid to overturn a three-point and three-goal deduction after the Nigeria Football Federation Appeals Committee...
NPFL: Kano Pillars lose appeal over points deduction
Former Nigerian champions Kano Pillars FC have failed in their bid to overturn a three-point and three-goal deduction after the Appeals Committee...
NPFL: Kano Pillars Lose Appeal Against Point and Goal Deduction
Kano Pillars have failed in their attempt to overturn a three-point and three-goal deduction after the Appeals Committee of the Nigeria Football...
NPFL: Abdallah appointed Remo Stars’ technical adviser
Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, champions, Remo Stars have announced the appointment of Usman Abdallah as their new technical adviser....
NPFL: Kano Pillars step up preparation for Shooting Stars clash
Kano Pillars have intensified preparations for the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 28 encounter against Shooting Stars. The Sai...
NPFL Updates: 3SC To Play Kano Pillars At Lekan Salami Stadium, Kun Khalifat Get New Manager, Others
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has lifted the ban on Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasinga, Ibadan, handing Shooting Stars Sports Club a...
NPFL: Babaganaru hails Dadong’s performance in Pillars’ win over Katsina United
Kano Pillars technical adviser, Muhammed Babaganaru has singled out forward Luis Dadong for praise following his side 3-0 victory over Katsina...
Nigeria: Pillars Crush El-Kanemi 3-0 - Plateau Whip 3sc 4-1
[Daily Trust] Kano Pillars went three matches unbeaten since the start of the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season after the...
Inkosi Brou Breaks into Global Top 10, Sets New Benchmark for Nigerian Fencing
Nigeria’s rising fencing star Inkosi Brou has made history by becoming the first Nigerian to break into the top 10 junior fencers in the world. The...
Babaganaru Applauds Kano Pillars’ Late Revival After Ruthless Rout of El-Kanemi
Technical Adviser Muhammad Babaganaru has hailed Kano Pillars for their resilience and renewed belief after a commanding 3–0 victory over El-Kanemi...
NPFL: Kano Pillars Leap Out Of Relegation Zone, Ikorodu City Hold Firm At The Top
Matchday 27 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) delivered a mix of dominant performances and crucial draws, with Kano Pillars making a...
Lewis ” New Osimhen” Dadong Scores Goal Of Month Contender For Pillars
Nigeria Premier Football League team Kano Pillars have a gem on their hands in Lewis Dandong Jnr who joined the team during the mid season transfer...
NPFL: Abuchi urges Kano Pillars to maintain winning momentum against El-kanemi
Kano Pillars goalkeeper, Destiny Abuchi says that the team is determined to maintain their recent impressive run of form in the Nigeria Premier...
NPFL: Ahmed Musa returns for Kano Pillars vs El-Kanemi Warriors
Kano Pillars forward Ahmed Musa has rejoined the team ahead of their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, Matchday 27 fixture against El-Kanemi...
Kano Pillars, Kada Emeralds win 2026 President Beach Volleyball Cup
Kano Pillars and Kada Emeralds and have emerged champions in the senior male and female categories respectively, at the 2026 President Beach...
Kano Pillars, Kada Emeralds Triumph At 2026 President Beach Volleyball Cup
Kano Pillars and Kada Emeralds were crowned champions in the men’s and women’s categories respectively at the 2026 President Beach Volleyball Cup,...
Finalists Emerge In President’s Beach Volleyball Tourney
The finalists for the 2026 President’s Beach Volleyball Tournament have been confirmed following an exciting day of semi-final matches at the...
Finalists Emerge As 2026 President Beach Volleyball Climaxes
Finalists have emerged for the 2026 President Beach Volleyball Tournament, at the Murtala Mohammed Square Beach Courts. READ ALSO: Onyeka Expects...
NPFL: Three talking points from match day 26
It was yet another interesting weekend in the 2025-26 season of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). Ikorodu City, Kano Pillars, and...
NPFL: Kwara United get trio boost for Kano Pillars tie
Kwara United have received injury boost ahead of their matchday 26 fixture against Kano Pillars. The Harmony Boys will welcome the trio of Adeshina...
Rangers dey shine, Kano Pillars dey waka for relegation
Abeg, make you hear wetin dey happen for Naija football! Enugu Rangers don dey shine like light bulb for the 2025/26 NPFL season! Them don climb...
Kano Pillars Edge Nasarawa United in Lafia to Secure Back-to-Back NPFL Wins
Kano Pillars continued their resurgence in the Nigeria Premier Football League with a hard-fought 1–0 away victory over Nasarawa United in their...
Babaganaru Targets Strong Start as Kano Pillars Face Nasarawa United
Kano Pillars Technical Adviser, Muhammad Babaganaru, has shared his expectations ahead of the mid-week NPFL 2025/26 Matchday 20 encounter against...
NPFL: Away teams shine on second stanza resumption
Away teams took centre stage on the first day of second stanza of the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL. Four-time champions Kano Pillars,...
NPFL: Nasarawa United vs Kano Pillars to be played behind closed doors
Nasarawa United have announced that their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 20 clash against Kano Pillars will be played behind...
NNL: Yakasai nears move to Bichi First FC
Umar Sani Yakasai is on the verge of sealing a move to Nigeria National League, NNL, side Bichi First FC, DAILY POST reports. Yakasai was deemed...
NPFL: Kano Pillars sign veteran winger Bernard Ovoke
Bernard Ovoke has completed a move to Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Kano Pillars. Ovoke joined the Sai Masu Gida on a six-month deal....
NPFL: Kano Pillars sack two players
Kano Pillars have announced the departure of the duo of Umar Sani Yakasai Samuel Tiza. Yakasai and Tiza’s contracts were terminated by the...
Make Or Break Month Looms For Sai Masu Gida In Relegation Fight
Kano Pillars popularly referred to as “Sai Masu Gida” head into the new year staring at the harsh reality of the Nigeria Professional Football...
NPFL Matchday 19: Kano Pillars Cruise Past Nasarawa United 3–0 in Kano
Kano Pillars delivered a commanding performance to defeat Nasarawa United 3–0 in their Nigeria Professional Football League Matchday 19 encounter...
NPFL: Kano Pillars return to Sani Abacha Stadium for Nasarawa United match
Kano Pillars are set to make a return back to the Sani Abacha Stadium in Kano for their home matches in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL....
Ahmed Musa was a ‘rock’ for Nigeria, says NFF President Ibrahim Gusau
Musa, Nigeria’s record FIFA World Cup goalscorer with four across two tournaments in Brazil (2014) and Russia (2018), has formally hung his...
NFF Upholds Kano Pillars Fines, Points Deduction, Reduces Stadium Ban to Five Games, Katsina United too
The Disciplinary Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has upheld several sanctions imposed on Kano Pillars and Katsina United by the...
Ahmed Musa Retires from Super Eagles After 15 Years Service to Nigeria
Duro Ikhazuagbe Nigeria’s most capped footballer, Ahmed Musa, 33, yesterday announced his retirement from international duty with the Super...
NPFL: Remo Stars coach Folarin gives update on Malik’s injury
Remo Stars assistant coach, Sulaiman Folarin, is optimistic reliable midfielder Jabbar Malik will be available for the team’s matchday 14 encounter...
NPFL: Folarin hails Remo Stars’ narrow win over Kano Pillars
Remo Stars’ assistant coach Sulaiman Folarin has praised his team’s 1-0 win over Kano Pillars, DAILY POST reports. Victor Mbaoma’s first half...
NPFL: Folarin Pleased With Remo Stars’ Win Over Kano Pillars
Remo Stars assistant coach Suleiman Folarin hopes the team will keep getting better following Wednesday’s victory over Kano Pillars. The defending...
NPFL: Remo Stars Pip Kano Pillars In Abeokuta
Remo Stars moved out of the relegation zone following a hard-earned 1-0 victory over Kano Pillars in a rescheduled Nigeria Premier Football League,...
Ikorodu City’s Coach Bright Ozebagbe Targets ‘Good Result’ Away To Kano Pillars
The head coach at Ikorodu City FC of Lagos, Bright Ozebagbe says his target for this weekend’s Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) match...
Insurance Beat Pillars In A Dramatic Way
Bendel Insurance staged a dramatic comeback to defeat Kano Pillars 3-2 at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City on Sunday, moving off the foot...
Edidiong Ezekiel Shines as Enyimba and Abia Warriors Settle for Goalless Draw in Oriental Derby
Enyimba forward Edidiong Ezekiel once again stood out as Sunday’s clash between Abia Warriors and Enyimba Football Club ended in a goalless draw at...
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...
Another violence mars ‘struggling’ NPFL
Few days after Kano Pillars fans unleashed mayhem during a Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) match, another blood-laden violence has hit the...
Previews Aba Derby Headlines NPFL Matchday 12
Here are the major talking points ahead of this matchday that covers the derby in Abia, Kano Pillars’ poor run, battle for top spot and the...
Kano Pillars’ Coach Babaganaru Plots Goal Scoring Tactics To Wreck Bayelsa United
The returnee coach of Kano Pillars, Muhammad Babaganaru has disclosed that his focus in training throughout this week has been on goals scoring, as...
NPFL: Kano Pillars Reach Mutual Settlement With Coach Ogenyi
Kano Pillars FC, a Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side, have reached a mutual settlement with former Head Coach Evans Ogenyi,...
NPFL: Kano Pillars will improve with more games – Babaganaru
Kano Pillars technical adviser, Mohammed Babaganaru, says his aim is to improve his team’s attack. The Sai Masu Gida are rooted at the bottom of...
NPFL Matchday 11 Results: Enyimba Return To Winning Ways, Abia Warriors Seize Top Spot
Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) giants, Enyimba, finally ended their five-game winless run with a confident 2-0 victory over Kano Pillars in...
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...
“Cheers to the 11th Month” – Edidiong Ezekiel Reacts After Scoring in Enyimba’s 2–0 Win Over Kano Pillars
Enyimba forward Edidiong Ezekiel has expressed delight after finding the back of the net in his team’s 2–0 victory over Kano Pillars in the Nigeria...
Enyimba seek home comfort as Kano Pillars dream away win
Former champions, Enyimba, are in dire straits. The Peoples Elephant have been on a three-game losing streak, which has seen them diving from the...
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...