When a situation happens once, you could pass it off as a happenstance. When it happens a second time, you can call it a coincidence, but anything after that becomes a habit that needs addressing. And that is what this article is about – calling out Monday Odigie and letting him know that the media …
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NPFL24: Who Wins It? The Conundrum continues
After a lengthy break due to the 34th Africa Cup of Nations and the Super Eagles soar in the competition, the NPFL24 season will return to action this weekend. The mid-season break saw the completion of all outstanding matches involving majorly Rivers United and a well-aligned table for the season. This, in turn, makes the …
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What Went Wrong In Fatai Osho and Akwa United’s Made In Heaven Marriage
BY: Mayowa Kufile In Christendom, one of the important parts of weddings has to be the vows with a popular quote; “In sickness and health, for rich and poor, till death do us part”. These vows depict both partners staying with one another no matter the situation in the marriage. In footballing terms, marriage also …
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From Lofty Title Ambitions To Looming Relegation Scamble; What Has Happened To Enugu Rangers?
This season, Enugu Rangers have been one of the biggest winners off the pitch but their on-field performances aren’t reflecting their progress off it. The new board at the historic side have made huge strides in repairing the worn-out image of the club. A revamped camp base and club secretariat. Multiple brand deals and partnerships …
Halkin Heeds Diri’s Clarion Call, Sponsors Bayelsa United FC
Bayelsa United has inked a front-of-shirt sponsorship with Halkin Exploration and Production Limited to join clubs with such sponsorship in the NPFL. The call by Bayelsa State Executive Governor, Senator Douye Diri, to corporate organizations in the state to sponsor sports has been identified as the significant reason for the sponsorship of Bayelsa United Football …
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NPFL Briefing: A Dozen Games Into The Season, What Have We Learnt?
The 2023/2024 NPFL season has been a delightful one so far. We’ve witnessed the rise of new stars and the revival of some OGs. There’s also been subpar showings from some you’ll expect better from. All in all it’s been a rollercoaster season, with teams taking turns at the top and bottom of the log. …
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NPFL24: CAF President grabs Rangers’ jersey in Cairo
CAF president, Patrice Motsepe was gifted Rangers’ jersey at inauguration of CAF’s newest body – the African Clubs Association. Motsepe was presented the jersey by the General Manager of Rangers, Barrister Amobi Ezeaku. Amobi was among the four NPFL sides that were invited for the inauguration which took place in Cairo, Egypt. Plateau United, Bendel …
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NPFL24: Doma United’s Onigbinde Akinade – A Journey of Patience, Perseverance and Determination
“If you believe, you go defeat, stand up to your feet, and say no to your defeat. Cool temper!!” When this jam by J.Martins was released in 2008, it was a hit all around. Different age groups jammed to the song as it was relatable in every aspect of life. It was a song that …
It’s Osayi’s Kingdom and Other NPFL Goalkeepers Are Living In It
After a 0-0 result against Remo Stars, it’s now six clean sheets and 540 minutes without conceding for Doma United’s Osayi Kingdom. A shutout against Gombe United, Bendel Insurance, Akwa United, Enyimba, and Remo Stars makes it eight clean sheets in ten games. Only Bendel Insurance and Super Eagles goalkeeper, Amas Obasogie is close to …
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NPFL24:The Oriental derby, A fixture from way back
As we approach the tenth week of the 2023/2024 Nigeria Premier Football League season, NPFL, the Oriental derby take center stage of the fixtures as a newly revamped Heartland welcomes Enyimba to Owerri while Abia Warriors play host to high-flying Antelopes from Enugu. The oriental derby is a fixture that dates back over 40 years …
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