Sporting Lagos to appoint Biffo as new head coach

Sporting Lagos are set to appoint Abdullahi Biffo as their new head coach. Biffo will take charge from Paul Offor who was sacked on Wednesday...
DAILY POST (NG 9 hours ago

Niger Tornadoes unlucky in defeat to Akwa United – Majin Mohammed

Niger Tornadoes Interim coach, Majin Mohammed has attributed his team’s loss to Akwa United to ill luck. The Ikon Allah Boys were thrashed 4-1 by...
DAILY POST (NG 18 hours ago

NPFL Player of Week: Ubong Friday goals rush gives troubled Akwa United hope

The NPFL Player of the Week for matchday 30 is experienced forward Ubong Friday, who fired a hat-trick for Akwa United to have hope they will soon...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Apr 17

NPFL Roundup: Sporting Lagos win in another South-West Derby, Rangers continue title charge, Kwara United secure three points away from home

Soccernet.ng brings the major highlights of an action-packed matchday 30 in the 2023/2024 season of the Nigeria Professional Football League. Akwa...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Apr 16

NPFL: Rangers Maintain Top Spot After Edging Abia Warriors In Five-Goal Thriller

Enugu Rangers edged Abia Warriors 3-2 in the Oriental derby at the Nnamdi Azikiwe stadium, Enugu, in week 30 of the Nigeria Premier Football League...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Apr 16

Ubong Friday bags hat-trick as Akwa United spank Niger Tornadoes to keep survival hopes alive

Akwa United FC spanked Niger Tornadoes 4-1 in a Nigeria Premier Football League matchday 30 encounter to keep their survival hopes alive. The match...
SPORTSRATION.COM Apr 16

Bendel Insurance seek fans support ahead of Kano Pillars tie

Bendel Insurance have solicited for the support of their fans ahead of the matchday 30 fixture against Kano Pillars. The Benin Arsenals suffered...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 13

Asuquo wins Enyimba Player of the Month award for March

Uwana Asuquo has won Enyimba’s Player of the Month award for March. Asuquo beat midfielder Elijah Akanni to the award. The defender won 51.7 votes,...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 11

Red-hot NPFL forward reveals secret of his form

Red-hot Niger Tornadoes forward, Clinton Jephta has revealed the secret behind his scoring form in the 2023/2024 NPFL season. Former FC ONE Rocket...
SPORTSRATION.COM Apr 9

Niger Tornadoes Riding High with Winning Formula: Coach Mohammed Reflects on Impressive Streak in NPFL

The Niger Tornadoes, under the leadership of head coach Majin Mohammed, have been on a remarkable run of form in the Nigeria Professional Football...
SPORTS247 Apr 8

Niger Tornadoes’ Impressive Form Due to Motivation and Team Support -Majin Mohammed

Majin Mohammed, the Interim head coach of Niger Tornadoes, attributes the team’s recent success in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) to...
FOOTBALLLIVE.NG Apr 8

NPFL: Tornadoes hit five past Gombe; Rangers beaten

Niger Tornadoes defeated bottom side Gombe United 5-0 to continue their good run of form in the 2023/24 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL)...
ACLSPORTS.COM Apr 8

Mohammed reveals reason behind Tornadoes recent outstanding form

Niger Tornadoes Interim head coach, Majin Mohammed has revealed that motivation from the club is the secret to their recent impressive performance...
DAILY POST (NG Apr 8

NPFL MD29: Ruthless Niger Tornadoes Thrash Gombe United 5-0 In Kaduna

 12 total views,  12 views today Niger Tornadoes consolidated on their away result in midweek with another thrilling victory over troubled and...
BESTCHOICESPORTS.COM.NG Apr 7

Niger Tornadoes Interim Coach Majin Mohammed Reflects on Historic Win Over Bendel Insurance

Niger Tornadoes’ Interim Coach, Majin Mohammed, has shared his thoughts following his team’s remarkable 3-1 victory over Bendel Insurance at the...
FOOTBALLLIVE.NG Apr 4

NPFL: Lobi star cage Sporting Lagos, Enyimba whitewash Kano Pillars, Niger Tonadoes dim Insurance in Benin

Lobi Stars on Wednesday played a one-all draw in the week 28 fixture against Sporting Lagos at the Mobolaji Johnson Stadium in Lagos to remain a...
BLUEPRINT.NG Apr 4

NPFL Roundup: Sporting Lagos draw at home, Enyimba go five alive against Kano Pillars, Bendel Insurance swept away by Niger Tornadoes

Matchday 28 of the NPFL 2023/2024 season was filled with action and entertainment as surprises bloomed from home to away ends. Soccernet.ng brings...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Apr 3

Bendel Insurance Calls for Fan Support Ahead of Niger Tornadoes Clash

Bendel Insurance is rallying behind their fans as they gear up for their match against Niger Tornadoes in the Nigeria Premier Football League. The...
FOOTBALLLIVE.NG Apr 3

Shooting Stars Urged to Secure Maximum Points Against Kwara United

Babatunde Olaniyan Akoro, Chairman of Shooting Stars Football Club, has called on the team to give their all and secure maximum points in their...
FOOTBALLLIVE.NG Apr 2

NPFL: Beat Kwara United For Our Fans — 3SC Chief Charges Players

The Executive Chairman of Shooting Stars Sports Club, Honourable Babatunde Olaniyan Akoro, has charged the players of the Oluyole Warriors to go...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Apr 2

Bala Abubakar begins reign as Doma Utd coach

Newly appointed Doma United head coach Bala Abubakar took charge of his first training session on Sunday ahead of their matchday 28 tie against...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 31

NPFL: Niger Tornadoes halt Shooting Stars’ unbeaten streak

Niger Tornadoes put an end to Shooting Stars’ six-game unbeaten run, handing the Oluyole Warriors a 2-1 defeat at Ahmadu Bello Stadium, Kaduna, on...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 25

NPFL: Usman returns for Niger Tornadoes clash against Shooting Stars

Bashir Usman is set to make a return for Niger Tornadoes in their Nigeria Premier Football League matchday 27 tie against Shooting Stars, DAILY...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 24

Preview: Niger vs. Togo - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Friday's friendly clash between Niger and Togo, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Mar 21

NPFL moves Niger Tornadoes versus Shooting Stars to next week Monday

The Nigeria Premier Football League has announced a new date for the matchday 27 tie involving Niger Tornadoes and Shooting Stars, DAILY POST...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 20

Niger Tornadoes Coach Reflects on Defeat Against Enyimba, Commends Players Despite Loss

Majin Mohammed, the caretaker coach of Niger Tornadoes, attributed his team’s loss to Enyimba to a lapse in concentration but also praised his...
FOOTBALLLIVE.NG Mar 18

Mohammed lauds Tornadoes players despite defeat to Enyimba

Niger Tornadoes caretaker coach, Majin Mohammed has attributed his team’s defeat against Enyimba to loss of concentration but also has kind words...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 18

NPFL: Rangers, Enyimba with important wins in title race

Rangers and Enyimba close the gap on leaders Lobi Stars at the summit of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) with valuable wins in the...
ACLSPORTS.COM Mar 18

Balogun, Akanni, Collins Score As Enyimba Downs Niger Tornadoes

March 18, (THEWILL)- Enyimba Football Club earned a 3-1 victory over Niger Tornadoes at home in their Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL)...
THEWILLNIGERIA.COM Mar 18

Enyimba defeats Tornadoes 3-1, Sporting Lagos, Rivers Utd win

Defending champions, Enyimba, shook off the effects of their 1-0 defeat midweek by Remo Stars to beat Niger Tornadoes 3-1 at the Aba Township...
GUARDIAN NIGERIA Mar 18

NPFL ROUNDUP: Enugu Rangers, Enyimba climb to Top 3 after home wins

Enugu Rangers and Enyimba today moved into the Top 3 bracket on the NPFL table after important home wins. Rangers beat league leaders Lobi Stars...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Mar 17

Enyimba coach wary of ‘dangerous’ Niger Tornadoes

Enyimba head coach Olanrewaju Yemi says his team is not under pressure to secure victory against Niger Tornadoes. Yemi said the People’s Elephants...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 17

Olanrewaju Yemi to fill in for Finidi at Enyimba

Enyimba assistant coach, Olanrewaju Yemi will lead the team in Sunday’s matchday 26 encounter against Niger Tonardoes. Yemi will be filling in for...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 16

Niger Tonardoes forward, Usman ruled out Enyimba clash

Niger Tornadoes forward, Bashir Usman will miss the club’s Nigeria Premier Football League matchday 26 clash against Enyimba in Aba, DAILY POST...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 16

Bala Abubakar resigns as Katsina Utd head coach

Bala Abubakar has resigned from his position as head coach of Nigeria Premier Football League side, Katsina United. The former Niger Tornadoes head...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 13

NPFL: Lobi Stars Maintain Top Spot, Shooting Stars Win Away

Lobi Stars maintained their position at the summit of the Nigeria Premier Football League following a hard-earned 3-2 win against Rivers United at...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 13

NPFL: Kennedy Boboye, Majin Mohammed Hail Their Respective Clubs

Sunshine Stars head coach, Kennedy Boboye, and Niger Tornadoes head coach, Majin Mohammed have hailed their respective clubs for their wins on...
NAIJANEWS.COM Mar 10

Majin Mohammed Satisfied With Tornadoes’ Away Win Over Bayelsa United

Majin Mohammed, the head coach of Niger Tornadoes, expressed satisfaction with his team’s performance in their recent victory against Bayelsa...
FOOTBALLLIVE.NG Mar 10

NPFL: Sunshine Stars Floor Plateau United, Tornadoes Win Away

Sunshine Stars continued their impressive run under head coach Kennedy Boboye courtesy of a 3-1 victory against Plateau United in Jos. Ibrahim...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 9

NPFL24: Oginni Confident of Win Over Niger Tornadoes

Bayelsa United defender Oginni Olatunbosun says the Prosperity Boys are fully prepared for the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL matchday twenty...
SPORTS247 Mar 8

Oginni Confident of Victory Against Niger Tornadoes

Bayelsa United forward, Oginni Olatunbosun exudes confidence ahead of their Nigeria Premier Football League match against Niger Tornadoes on...
FOOTBALLLIVE.NG Mar 8

Ferdinand: Man City Are Favourite To Win Champions League

Manchester United legend, Rio Ferdinand has tipped Man City has favourite to win the UEFA Champions League. He made this known on he backdrop of...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 7

NPFL Fines Niger Tonardoes For Security Breach

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) board has fined Niger Tonardoes N3m for failing to provide adequate security in their home game against...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 7

NPFL fines Niger Tonardoes N3m for security breach

The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, Board has fined Niger Tornadoes N3 million for failing to provide adequate security in their home game...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 6

“I Will Die Loving Rangers, This Is My Life” – Amobi Ezeaku

 69 total views,  69 views today By Amaechi Agbo Rangers International FC General Manager, Barrister Amobi Ezeaku has disclosed that he would “die”...
BESTCHOICESPORTS.COM.NG Mar 5

NPFL MD 23: Rangers Maintain Winning Streak, Ease Past Tornadoes in Kaduna

Two goals within four first-half minutes off the boots of Chidiebere Nwobodo and Godwin Obaje ensured that the ‘Flying Antelopes’, Rangers...
SPORTS247 Mar 4

‘I still have something to offer’ – 34-year-old Rangers CEO Amobi declares after win against Nigeria Tornadoes

Enugu Rangers CEO, Amobi Ezeaku, made his debut for the Flying Antelopes in their Nigeria Premier Football League clash against Niger Tornadoes The...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Mar 4

CEO of Nigerian football club makes competitive debut

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Enugu Rangers, Amobi Ezeaku, is over the moon after making his competitive debut for the Nigerian club. Ezeaku...
GUARDIAN NIGERIA Mar 4

NPFL: Lobi Stars reclaim top spot as Rangers defeat Tornadoes in Kaduna

Lobi Stars, yesterday, defeated Katsina United 2-0 at the Lafia Township Stadium to reclaim the top spot in the Nigeria Premier Football League...
GUARDIAN NIGERIA Mar 4

NPFL: Rangers subdue Tornadoes in Kaduna

Rangers International of Enugu continued their resurgence by picking their second away victory  Niger Tornadoes at the Ahmadu Bello Stadium in...
BLUEPRINT.NG Mar 3

NPFL: Rangers Win Away Again, Plateau United Outclass Bendel Insurance

Rangers recorded their second away win of the season courtesy of a 3-1 victory against Niger Tonardoes. Chidiebere Nwobodo opened scoring for the...
BUSYBUDDIESNG.COM Mar 3

NPFL: Rangers Win Again, Plateau United Outclass Bendel Insurance

Rangers recorded their second away win of the season courtesy of a 3-1 victory against Niger Tonardoes. Chidiebere Nwobodo opened scoring for the...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Mar 3

A house and national honours: Was Jose Peseiro overcompensated for Super Eagles AFCON 2023 exploits?

Jose Peseiro is one of a few non-Nigerians to be bestowed with the prestigious Member of the Order of the Niger (MON). The MON is one of the...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Mar 3

NPFL: Niger Tornadoes get Yahuza, Saidu boost ahead Rangers clash

Yahuza Bala is set to make a return for Niger Tornadoes against Rangers on Sunday, DAILY POST reports. Bala missed Tornadoes previous two games...
DAILY POST (NG Mar 2

Abia Warriors slam suspension on coach Onuh

Nigeria Premier Football League club, Abia Warriors have suspended their head coach, Erasmus Onuh, following the team’s poor performance in the...
BLUEPRINT.NG Feb 29

Ikenna Offor Commends NPFL Board Chairman For League Transformation

Niger Tornadoes’ match-winner, Ikenna Offor, has commended the Nigeria Premier League (NPFL) board for the league’s notable improvements. Read...
SPORTS247 Feb 29

NPFL Postpones Rivers United vs. Niger Tornadoes Matchday 22 Fixture

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has officially postponed the anticipated matchday 22 fixture between Rivers United and Niger Tornadoes....
FOOTBALLLIVE.NG Feb 27

Niger Tornadoes Coach Hails Team’s Resilience in 1-0 Victory Over Abia Warriors

Majin Mohammed, the head coach of Niger Tornadoes, expressed his satisfaction following his team’s hard-fought 1-0 victory over Abia Warriors in...
SPORTS247 Feb 27

Super Eagles’ Zaidu Sanusi To Stay Out Of Football For Eight Months

Super Eagles of Nigeria defender, Zaidu Sanusi, has successfully undergone surgery to treat an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) he suffered in his...
NAIJANEWS.COM Feb 27

NPFL postpones Rivers United vs Niger Tonardoes matchday 22 tie

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) have postponed the matchday 22 fixture involving Rivers United and Niger Tornadoes, DAILY POST reports....
DAILY POST (NG Feb 27

NPFL: Kano Pillars Thrash Sunshine Stars, Bayelsa United Beat Akwa Away

Kano Pillars thrashed Sunshine Stars 5-1 to record the biggest win on matchday 21 of the Nigeria Premier Football League. Ibrahim Mustapha bagged a...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Feb 25

Tornadoes await NPFL approval for return to Bako Kontagora Stadium

Niger Tornadoes are awaiting approval from the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, to return to their home ground, Bako Kontagora Memorial...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 25

Ikechukwu reveals mission to help Niger Tornadoes escape relegation

Niger Tornadoes forward, Nwani Ikechukwu has assured that his goals will propel the club to retain their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL,...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 24

NPFL24: Niger Tornadoes Lament Missed Opportunities in Defeat To Katsina United, Andrew Idoko’s Late Strike Secures Victory For Hosts

In a heart-wrenching encounter at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium in Katsina, Andrew Idoko’s 90th-minute goal proved decisive as Katsina United secured...
SPORTS247 Feb 19

NPFL Is Back: Fixtures Kick-Off Time Of NPFL Matchday 20

After waiting for almost a month and three shifts in resumption date, the second phase of the 2023-2024 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL)...
NAIJANEWS.COM Feb 17

Frank Onyeka Comments On Winning M.O.N. Days After 2023 AFCON

Super Eagles of Nigeria midfielder, Frank Onyeka, has expressed his excitement over being awarded the Member of the Niger (M.O.N.) national...
NAIJANEWS.COM Feb 15

“Incredibly Honored”: Super Eagles Captain, Ahmed Musa Awarded OON Title by Nigerian President

President Bola Tinubu honored the Super Eagles squad for their outstanding performance in reaching the AFCON final. Read Also: Super Eagles...
SPORTS247 Feb 15

All Africa Games: Bosso Invites 30 Players To Flying Eagles Camp

Head Coach Isah Ladan Bosso has invited a total of 30 players to the Flying Eagles’ camp, from which a final list will be drawn to fly Nigeria’s...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Feb 15

Nigeria: Afcon - Minister Hails Tinubu Over Mon Awards, Flats, Lands for Super Eagles

[Leadership] Sports development minister, Senator John Owan Enoh, has extended profound gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for bestowing the...
ALLAFRICA.COM Feb 14

FG showers national honours, lands, houses on Super Eagles, officials

The Federal Government, yesterday, conferred the national honour of Member of the Order of the Niger (MON) on all Super Eagles members in...
GUARDIAN NIGERIA Feb 14

Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Wednesday, 14th February, 2024

Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Wednesday, 14th February 2024. 1. Tinubu...
NAIJANEWS.COM Feb 14

Sports Minister grateful to Tinubu for bestowing National Honour on Super Eagles

The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has extended profound gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for bestowing the...
BLUEPRINT.NG Feb 13

Sports Minister, John Enoh Expresses Gratitude To President Tinubu For Honoring Super Eagles

Senator John Owan Enoh, the Minister of Sports Development, has expressed deep gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for awarding the...
SPORTS247 Feb 13

AFCON 2023: Tinubu Confers Super Eagles Players With MON Awards, Flats, Plot Of Land

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has honoured every member of the Super Eagles team with the national honour of Member of the Order of the Niger (MON)...
THE WHISTLER NIGERIA Feb 13

Tinubu Honours Super Eagles Players, Officials With National Award, Lands

February 13, (THEWILL) – President Bola Tinubu has awarded the members of the Super Eagles national team and their officials with the prestigious...
THEWILLNIGERIA.COM Feb 13

Tinubu honours Super Eagles with national awards, properties (VIDEO)

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday hosted the Super Eagles at the State House in Abuja, recognizing their efforts in the recently concluded (African...
RIPPLESNIGERIA.COM Feb 13

2023 AFCON silver-medal winning Super Eagles get national honour and other rewards

President Bola Tinubu has bestowed the prestigious national honor of Member of the Order of the Niger (MON) upon every member of the Super Eagles...
SPORTSRATION.COM Feb 13

Tinubu Confers National Honour On Super Eagles Players, Gifts Them Houses In Abuja After Their AFCON Show

The president of the federal republic of Nigeria Bola Ahmed Tinubu has confered the honour of Member of the Order of the Niger (MON) on all players...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM Feb 13

BREAKING: Tinubu Honours Super Eagles Players, Officials With MON, Lands

President Bola Tinubu has awarded the members of the Super Eagles national team and their officials with the prestigious national honour of Member...
LEADERSHIP.NG Feb 13

Tinubu Confers National Honour On All Super Eagles Players For Their Performance At AFCON

The president of the federal republic of Nigeria Bola Ahmed Tinubu has confered the honour of Member of the Order of the Niger (MON) on all players...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM Feb 13

Record-breaking Kenyan marathon runner Kelvin Kiptum dies in car crash aged 24

In tonight's edition: Record-breaking Kenyan marathoner Kelvin Kiptum should have been chasing new firsts in his sport. His unexpected death...
FRANCE24.COM Feb 12

Nigerian Newspapers Daily Front Pages Review | Monday 12th February, 2024

Naija News looks at the top happenings making headlines on the front pages of Nigeria’s national newspapers today Monday 12th February 2024. The...
NAIJANEWS.COM Feb 12

Niger Tornadoes resume training for NPFL second stanza

Niger Tornadoes have commenced preparations for the second stanza of the 2023/24 Nigeria Premier Football League season. The players regrouped at...
DAILY POST (NG Feb 11

South Africa's ANC suspends Jacob Zuma

In tonight's edition:  Cracks in South Africa's ruling party deepen ahead of this year's general election as former president Jacob Zuma is...
FRANCE24.COM Jan 29

#NPFL24: Goalless Draw As Tornadoes, Katsina United Lock Horns in Intense Battle

A missed penalty by Mohammed Hussaini proved costly as Niger Tornadoes were held to a goalless draw by a resilient Katsina United in a highly...
SPORTS247 Jan 22

NPFL: Lobi Edge Plateau United To Maintain Top Spot

Lobi Stars maintained top spot after edging visiting Plateau United 1-0 in the NPFL on Sunday. The win took Lobi to 36 points, one point above...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jan 21

Niger Tornadoes Target Three Points Against Katsina United In In NPFL Midseason Clash

 39 total views,  39 views today By Alhassan Mohammed Fifteenth placed Nigeria Tornadoes are battle ready to pick all available three points...
BESTCHOICESPORTS.COM.NG Jan 21

Usman returns for Niger Tornadoes ahead Katsina United match

Niger Tornadoes forward Bashir Usman is available for the side’s clash with Katsina United after returning from injury. Usman missed the Ikon Allah...
DAILY POST (NG Jan 20

NPFL: Tornadoes coach craves for positive result against Katsina United

Niger Tornadoes caretaker coach, Majin Mohammed, has challenged his players to redeem their dwindling image with a good result against Katsina...
DAILY POST (NG Jan 20
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