CHAN 2024: Five More Players Arrive Home-Based Super Eagles Camp

Five more players have arrived the home-based Super Eagles Ikenne camp ahead of this year’s Africa Nations Championship to be co-hosted by Kenya,...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jul 8

NPFL top scorer Anas Yusuf headlines Nigeria’s 35-man provisional squad for 2024 CHAN tournament

Yusuf, who plays for Nasarawa United, finished as the top scorer in the just-concluded 2024/25 NPFL season with 18 goals The post NPFL top scorer...
PREMIUM TIMES Jul 5

Exclusive: It Wasn’t Our Day Against Kwara United, We’ll Be Back In NNL –Abakaliki FC Striker Okoro

Abakaliki FC striker Chukwudi Okoro has said it was not their day in Saturday’s President Federation Cup final against Kwara United. The ‘Rice...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jun 29

NPFL: El-Kanemi Warriors confirm Dogo new technical adviser

El-kanemi Warriors have confirmed the appointment of Kabiru Dogo as their new technical adviser. Dogo was unveiled by the Maiduguri club on Sunday....
DAILY POST (NG Jun 29

President Federation Cup: Kwara United won’t underrate Abakaliki FC – Coach Sanni

Kwara United technical adviser Tunde Sanni says that his team won’t underrate Abakaliki FC in the final of the President Federation Cup. DAILY POST...
DAILY POST (NG Jun 24

NPFL: Nasarawa United stadium to get facelift ahead new season 

The Lafia City Stadium will undergo a major upgrade ahead of the 2025/26 season, DAILY POST reports. The stadium is the home ground of Nigeria...
DAILY POST (NG Jun 17

NPFL: Lafia City Stadium Set For Upgrade

The Lafia City Stadium will undergo a major upgrade ahead of the 2025/26 league season, according to Nasarawa State Commissioner for Youth and...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jun 17

NPFL: Plateau, Nasarawa United battle for Okoro’s signature

Onyeka Okoro is on the verge of sealing a move away from Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side, Niger Tornadoes. According to reports, Okoro...
DAILY POST (NG Jun 16

Nigerian Ogbelu Makes Esperance’s Squad For Club World Cup

Former Flying Eagles midfielder, Onuche Ogbelu has been named in Esperance 25-man squad for the FIFA Club World Cup. The 22-year-old has...
LEADERSHIP.NG Jun 13

Esperance names Nigeria’s Ogbelu in Club World Cup squad

Former Flying Eagles midfielder, Onuche Ogbelu has been named in Esperance 25-man squad for the FIFA Club World Cup. The 22-year-old has...
DAILY POST (NG Jun 12

NPFL: Nasarawa United’s Anas Yusuf to receive ₦3.6m Eunisell boot prize as top scorer

Anas Yusuf of Nasarawa United is set to be crowned the top scorer of the 2024/25 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season and will receive a...
DAILY POST (NG Jun 11

Anas Yusuf to Receive Eunisel Gold Boot, ₦200,000 Per Goal for NPFL 2024/25 Top Scorer Feat

Anas Yusuf of Nasarawa United will be honoured with the prestigious Eunisell Gold Boot and a cash reward of ₦200,000 for each of his 18 goals after...
SPORTS247 Jun 11

Eunisell Boot Award 2025 To Honour NPFL Top Goal Scorer, Anas Yusuf

Eunisell, West Africa’s leading specialty chemicals and oil field solutions company, is set to honour Nasarawa United’s Anas Yusuf, who scored 18...
LEADERSHIP.NG Jun 11

Nasarawa United’s Anas Yusuf Wins ₦3.6 Million As NPFL Top Scorer

Anas Yusuf of Nasarawa United is the winner of the Eunisell Boot Award after he emerged as the top scorer in the 2024-2025 Nigeria Premier Football...
NAIJANEWS.COM Jun 11

Eunisell Boot Award 2025 set to honour NPFL top goal scorer, Anas Yusuf

West Africa’s leading specialty chemicals and oil field solutions company, Eunisell, is set to honour Nasarawa United’s Anas Yusuf, who scored 18...
SUNNEWSONLINE.COM Jun 11

Eunisell Boot Award 2025 Set to Honour Anas Yusuf as  NPFL Top Scorer

Eunisell, West Africa’s leading specialty chemicals and oil field solutions company, is set to honour Nasarawa United’s Anas Yusuf, who scored 18...
THISDAYLIVE Jun 11

NPFL: Nasarawa United in talks with Salisu Yusuf over contract extension

Nasarawa United have confirmed they are in talks with technical adviser Salisu Yusuf over a contract extension. Yusuf signed a short term deal with...
DAILY POST (NG Jun 4

'We need to say the truth' - Ex-Super Eagles star blasts Eric Chelle for snubbing 18-goal striker

Former Super Eagles defender Sam Elijah has criticized head coach Eric Chelle for omitting Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) top scorer Anas...
ALLNIGERIASOCCER.COM May 26

NPFL: Nasarawa United’s Anas Yusuf wins top scorer award

Nasarawa United striker, Anas Yusuf emerged top scorer in the just concluded 2024/25 Nigeria Premier Football League, (NPFL) season. The forward...
BLUEPRINT.NG May 26

Anas Yusuf crowned NPFL Goal King

Captain and winger of Nasarawa United is the Goal King of the NPFL. The CHAN Eagles striker scored 18 goals, which included two hat-tricks, as ‘The...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG May 26

NPFL: Nasarawa United’s Anas Yusuf claims top scorer award

Nasarawa United striker, Anas Yusuf emerged top scorer in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, following the conclusion of the 2024/25...
DAILY POST (NG May 26

President Federation Cup: Abakaliki FC not scared of NPFL teams – Onyedika

Abakaliki FC head coach, Ifeanyi Onyedika has stated that his team refused to be intimidated by Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) teams in the...
DAILY POST (NG May 22

NPFL: Anas hails Salisu’s impact on Nasarawa United

​ Nasarawa United forward, Anas Yusuf has hailed head coach, Salisu Yusuf for his crucial role in the club’s relegation survival. The experienced...
DAILY POST (NG May 15

Super Eagles B Striker Anas Hails Salisu Yusuf for Nasarawa United’s NPFL Survival

Super Eagles Team B and Nasarawa United forward, Yusuf Anas, has heaped praise on former Super Eagles coach, Salisu Yusuf, for the Solid Miners’...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 14

Landmark ruling holds Nigerian football authorities liable for player’s death

A Nigerian court has delivered a groundbreaking verdict, holding the national football authorities responsible for the 2020 death of Nasarawa...
AFRICASOCCER.COM May 13

We Achieved Our Objectives This Season – Rivers United Coach

Rivers United coach Finidi George has revealed that the club has achieved its objectives in the Nigeria Premier Football League this season,...
THE WHISTLER NIGERIA May 13

NPFL: Rivers United seek fans support ahead final home game

Rivers United are optimistic of securing a place in the CAF Champions League next season. Finidi George’s side occupy second position on the table...
DAILY POST (NG May 13

Anas Yusuf set to be crowned NPFL new Goal King

With one round to the end of the NPFL season, Nasarawa United winger and captain Anas Yusuf looks set to be crowned Goal King. Anas Yusuf, who has...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG May 13

Fan violence casts shadow over Nigerian football league

Minutes after the final whistle, Vincent Temitope, a forward with Nigerian football club Plateau United, was bleeding after suffering a horrific...
GUARDIAN NIGERIA May 12

NPFL: Salisu Celebrates As Nasarawa United Maintain Top-Flight Status

Nasarawa United technical adviser Salisu Yusuf has celebrated his team’s “great result” against Enyimba. The Solid Miners recorded a hard-earned...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 12

NPFL: Yusuf elated as Nasarawa United escape relegation

Nasarawa United technical adviser, Salisu Yusuf has expressed his happiness after the club cemented their top-flight status for another season. The...
DAILY POST (NG May 12

NPFL: Ideye, two others ruled out of Enyimba’s clash with Nasarawa United

Former Super Eagles forward Brown Ideye has been ruled out of Enyimba’s away trip to Nasarawa United, DAILY POST reports. Ideye was granted...
DAILY POST (NG May 10

NPFL: Ideye, Captain Eze, Atule Doubtful For Enyimba Clash Vs Nasarawa United

Enyimba will be without the trio of former Super Eagles forward Brown Ideye, captain Paschal Eze, and striker Joseph Atule when they travel to...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 10

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

Nasarawa United will face Enyimba on May 11 at 15:00 (GMT) in a crucial NPFL match. Nasarawa United currently holds the 11th position in the NPFL...
AFRICASOCCER.COM May 9

NPFL: Nasarawa United’s Anas Yusuf leads golden boot race with 17 goals

With just two matchdays left in the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, Anas Yusuf of Nasarawa United has emerged as the...
DAILY POST (NG May 9

NPFL: Fatigue almost cost Nasarawa United’s victory against Lobi Stars – Yusuf

Nasarawa United technical adviser, Salisu Yusuf, says that fatigue almost cost his team maximum points in the match against Lobi Stars. The Solid...
DAILY POST (NG May 8

NPFL: Nasarawa United’s Anas Yusuf outpaces rivals in Golden Boot race

Anas Yusuf’s goal haul, including 14 from open play and three penalties, stands well above the rest and highlights both his consistency and...
PREMIUM TIMES May 8

Lobi Stars vs Nasarawa United: Preview – Team News, Line-ups, Prediction and Tips | May 07 15:00 GMT

Lobi Stars will face off against Nasarawa United on May 7 at 15:00 (GMT). Lobi Stars currently hold the 20th position in the Nigeria Professional...
AFRICASOCCER.COM May 5

Nigeria: President Federation Cup - Giant-Killers Abakaliki FC Zoom Into Semifinal

[Premium Times] The tournament debutants extended their remarkable giant-killing streak on Saturday by edging past Nasarawa United
ALLAFRICA.COM May 5

NNL Chairman Hails Abakaliki FC for Reaching Federation Cup Semi-Final

Chairman of the Nigeria National League (NNL), George Aluo, has congratulated Abakaliki FC for making it to the semi-finals of the 2025 President...
SPORTSRATION.COM May 4

President Federation Cup: Abakaliki FC’s semi-final qualification shows quality of NNL – Aluo

The Nigeria National League (NNL) chairman, George Aluo has congratulated Abakiliki FC for reaching the last four in the 2025 President Federation...
DAILY POST (NG May 4

Onyedika Relishes Abakaliki FC’s Stunning Federation Cup Q/Final Win Over Nasarawa United

Former Super Eagles forward and 1980 AFCON title winner, Ifeanyi Onyedika, was clearly on cloud nine at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City,...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 4

President Federation Cup: Giant-killers Abakaliki FC zoom into semifinal

The tournament debutants extended their remarkable giant-killing streak on Saturday by edging past Nasarawa United The post President Federation...
PREMIUM TIMES May 3

Can giant killers Abakaliki FC halt Ikorodu City super run?

Abakaliki FC are the Cindrella Club of the 2025 Federation Cup after they accounted for another NPFL team Nasarawa United to set up a very...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG May 3

President Federation Cup: Rangers, Ikorodu City Zoom Into Semis, Abakaliki FC Eliminate Nasarawa United

Rangers booked a place in the semi-final of the President Federation Cup after a hard-fought 1-0 win over Plateau United in Abuja on Saturday....
COMPLETESPORTS.COM May 3

2025 FEDERATION CUP: Giant killers Abakaliki United, Ikorodu City, Kwara United reach semifinals

Today, Abakaliki United continued their giant-killing run in the Federation Cup after they outscored Nasarawa United in a penalty shootout, while...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG May 3

President Federation Cup: Abakaliki FC ready for Nasarawa United test

Abakaliki FC are confident of victory in their President Federation Cup quarter-final tie against Nasarawa United. The Rice Boys will square up...
DAILY POST (NG May 2

Leading scorer Anas Yusuf steps up in NPFL Goals Race

Nasarawa United captain and winger Anas Yusuf was the match winner for ‘The Solid Miners’ to stop Heartland at home and go four points clear of the...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Apr 28

‘A Significant Morale Booster’ — Salisu Hails Nasarawa United’s Win Over Heartland

Nasarawa United head coach Salisu Yusuf has thumbed up his team’s hard-earned victory over Heartland. The Solid Miners defeated Heartland 1-0 in a...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Apr 28

NPFL: Win over Heartland a morale booster – Nasarawa United coach, Salisu

Nasarawa United technical adviser, Salisu Yusuf, has described his team’s 1-0 win over Heartland a morale booster. Anas Yusuf’s lone strike gave...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 28

Nasarawa United near safety with Anas-inspired 1-0 win

From Abel Leonard, Lafia Nasarawa United bolstered their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) survival hopes with a crucial 1-0 victory against...
SUNNEWSONLINE.COM Apr 28

Nasarawa United vs Heartland: Preview – Team News, Line-ups, Prediction and Tips | April 27 14:00 (GMT)

Nasarawa United will face Heartland on April 27 at 14:00 (GMT). Nasarawa United currently holds the 15th position in the NPFL, while Heartland sits...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Apr 25

NPFL: Heartland take survival battle to Gombe against Nasarawa United

Former champions Heartland are determined to maintain their top-flight status this season, DAILY POST reports. The Naze Millionaires are currently...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 24

Diri Hails Bayelsa’s Historic Victory at Niger Delta Sports Festival, Charges Team to Sustain Momentum

Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has commended the state’s contingent for emerging overall champions at the recently concluded maiden...
SPORTS247 Apr 24

NWFL Premiership MD 13 Review: Nasarawa United Snap Edo Queens Unbeaten Streak As Naija Ratels Upset Delta Queens

The penultimate matchday of the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) Premiership season delivered a cascade of crucial results, with high-stakes...
SPORTS247 Apr 24

Community Leader Celebrates Emir Of Ilorin At 85

The Magaji of Odo-Okun Community, Alhaji Kabiru Suleiman Dogo, has extended warm felicitations to the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari,...
INDEPENDENT.NG Apr 22

NPFL25: Enaruna Rescues Bendel Insurance As Nasarawa UTD Snatch Point In Benin

By Awambeng Fuh  Football Writer,kick442.com-Cameroon Bendel Insurance forward Michael Enaruna has proven once again… The post NPFL25: Enaruna...
KICK442.COM Apr 22

NPFL: We didn’t plan for draw with Nasarawa United – Insurance coach, Ikhenoba

Bendel Insurance technical adviser, Greg Ikhenoba says his team never planned for the draw against Nasarawa United. The Benin Arsenals played out a...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 21

NPFL: Yusuf Hails Nasarawa United’s ‘Vital Draw’ Against Bendel Insurance

Nasarawa United technical adviser Salisu Yusuf has expressed satisfaction with his team’s away draw against Bendel Insurance. The Solid Miners were...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Apr 21

Court finds NFF, Nasarawa United guilty of negligence in player’s death

The National Industrial Court of Nigeria has held the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Nasarawa United Football Club, and the League Management...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 21

NPFL: Yusuf thumbs up Nasarawa United’s draw at Bendel Insurance

Nasarawa United technical adviser, Salisu Yusuf has talked up his side’s impressive 1-1 away draw against Bendel Insurance. The result boosted the...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 21

President Federation Cup: NFF clears air on Bayelsa Utd protest against Nasarawa Utd

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has debunked insinuations that it is unjustly protecting Nasarawa United in a petition filed by Bayelsa...
SUNNEWSONLINE.COM Apr 20

Federation Cup: NFF clears air on Bayelsa United protest against Nasarawa United

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF)? has debunked insinuations that it is unjustly protecting Nasarawa United FC in a petition filed by Bayelsa...
BLUEPRINT.NG Apr 20

Nigeria: NFF clears Nasarawa United in Federation Cup player eligibility dispute

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has issued an official clarification following a protest lodged by Bayelsa United concerning their Federation...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Apr 20

Sharks Squad wins Ibadan swimming championship

Sharks Squad has won the second edition of Ibadan age grade swimming championship, which was held on Saturday at the University of Ibadan. Read...
SPORTS247 Apr 20

Player’s death: NFF, Nasarawa United guilty of negligence – Court

The National Industrial Court of Nigeria has found the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Nasarawa United, and the League Management Company (LMC)...
BLUEPRINT.NG Apr 20

NFF Dismisses Bayelsa United’s Protest, Confirms Eligibility of Nasarawa United Players

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has dismissed claims by Bayelsa United FC alleging the use of ineligible players by Nasarawa United FC during...
SPORTS247 Apr 20

President Federation Cup: NFF Clears Air On Bayelsa United Protest Against Nasarawa United

The Nigeria Football Federation has debunked insinuations that it is unjustly protecting Nasarawa United FC in a petition filed by Bayelsa United...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Apr 20

President Federation Cup: NFF dismisses Bayelsa United’s protest against Nasarawa United

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has cleared Nasarawa United of any wrongdoing in the players fielded for the Round of 16 clash against...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 20

NPFL Top Scorers Ahead Of Matchday 34 Of 2024-2025 Season

This season’s race for the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Golden Boot is particularly exciting, with several emerging talents competing for...
NAIJANEWS.COM Apr 20

Edo sports boss rallies Bendel Insurance ahead of Nasarawa clash

Amadin Enabulele, Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, has urged Bendel Insurance FC players to remain focused and ambitious as...
GUARDIAN NIGERIA Apr 19

President Federation Cup: NFF unveils venues, dates for quater-finals

The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has announced venues and dates for the quater-final of the President Federation Cup. Plateau United and...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 19

Federation Cup Q/Finals get date, venues

This year’s President Federation Cup quarterfinals will be played on May 3 across the country, the NFF have announced. Giant killers Abakaliki FC...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Apr 19

Duke Udi Wants Three Points Deduction For Clubs That Break NPFL’s Rules

In the wake of recent fines handed out to Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan and Nasarawa United of Lafia by the Nigerian Professional...
SPORTS247 Apr 18

Ineligible players: Why NFF should serve as a true regulator in President Federation’s Cup

There was a show of shame in the round of 16 fixture of President Federation Cup between Nasarawa United and Bayelsa United held at Ayangba, Kogi...
BLUEPRINT.NG Apr 18

Chineme Martins: Nigerian Court finds NFF, Nasarawa United guilty of negligence in player’s death, orders compensation

Martins, just 23 years old at the time, collapsed on the pitch on 8 March 2020, during a league match at the Lafia Township Stadium and was later...
PREMIUM TIMES Apr 18

Nigerian FA and Nasarawa United found liable for player’s death

The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) and Nasarawa United have been found responsible for the death of footballer Chineme Martins, who collapsed...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Apr 18

Tragedy on the Pitch: Nigerian Club Found Guilty in Death of 25-Year-Old Footballer

Five years after footballer Chineme Martins collapsed and died during a Nigerian league match, justice has finally arrived — and the verdict is...
FOOTBALLLIVE.NG Apr 18

Nasarawa United Fan Jailed for Attacking Plateau United Player

A Nasarawa United supporter, Bashir Bala, has been sentenced to three months in prison by a Chief Magistrate Court in Lafia. He also has the option...
SPORTSRATION.COM Apr 18

Fan sent to jail for allegedly assaulting Plateau United player

Bashir Bala, a Nasarawa United supporter, has been sentenced by a Chief Magistrate Court in Lafia to three months in prison, with an option to pay...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 18

Abiam pens farewell message to NPFL after joining Lithuanian club

Former Kano Pillars defender, Nelson Abiam has penned an emotional farewell message to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, after completing...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 18

‘Nigeria federation, league, club found negligent for player’s death’

Martins, who played for Nasarawa United, died aged 23 when he collapsed during a match.
SABCNEWS.COM Apr 18

Court Finds Nasarawa United, NPFL, NFF Negligent Five Years After Chineme Martin’s Died on the Turf

In a landmark judgment, the National Industrial Court of Nigeria has ruled that Chineme Martin’s died due to negligence of some key stakeholders....
SPORTS247 Apr 18

Court Blames NPFL, Nasarawa United For Demise Of Chineme Martins

Five years after the tragic passing of former Nasarawa United player Chineme Martins during a Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) game in 2020,...
NAIJANEWS.COM Apr 18

World Player’s Union, FIFPRO, Indicts NFF, League body on Death of Nasarawa Player

World players’ union, FIFPRO, has indicted, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), the NPFL and the Nasarawa United FC over the death of player...
THISDAYLIVE Apr 17

Bendel Insurance vs Nasarawa United: Preview – Team News, Line-ups, Prediction and Tips | April 19 15:00 (GMT)

Bendel Insurance will face off against Nasarawa United on April 19 at 15:00 (GMT). Bendel Insurance currently holds the 5th position in the...
AFRICASOCCER.COM Apr 17

Enugu Rangers vs Plateau United, giant killers Abakaliki FC face Nasarawa United for Federation Cup semis

It will be an all-NPFL quarterfinal when Enugu Rangers take on Plateau United, while giant killers Abakaliki FC have been rewarded with a clash...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Apr 17

Abakaliki FC stun Enyimba as embattled Nasarawa United pick quarterfinal ticket

Enyimba of Aba’s floundering season reached an all-time low yesterday, when they succumbed to lower league’s Abakaliki FC 2-0 in a President...
GUARDIAN NIGERIA Apr 17

Nigeria: NPFL Banish Nasarawa Utd to Gombe, Fined N6m for Fans Restiveness

[This Day] NPFL Banish Nasarawa Utd to Gombe, Fined N6m for Fans Restiveness
ALLAFRICA.COM Apr 16

President Federation Cup: Kwara United, Nasarawa United secure quarter-final ticket

Kwara United and Nasarawa United sealed a place in the President Federation Cup on Wednesday, DAILY POST reports. At the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium,...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 16
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