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Ogunbote pens two-year contract extension with Shooting Stars

Ogunbote pens two-year contract extension with Shooting Stars

Coach Gbenga Ogunbote signed a two-year contract extension on Wednesday that will keep him with Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Shooting Stars until 2026. According to a statement released by the team's media officer, Tosin Omojola, the experienced tactician, had weeks of discussion with the club's management before taking the decision. The former Rangers and Remo Stars head coach after signing the contract in a...

Osimhen: Nigerian star foresees emotional Napoli exit

Osimhen: Reported PSG transfer from Napoli on ice as negotiations stalls

The hopes of Victor Osimhen sealing a move to Paris Saint-Germain seems to have hit the rocks as a discussions between the French outfit and 2023 Serie A champions Napoli have ended in a deadlock. Napoli President, Aurelio De Laurentis and his PSG counterpart, Naseer Al-Khelaifi, reportedly held discussions on Monday evening but failed to find a headway with their proposals. According to multiple reports, PSG...

Done Deal: Enugu Rangers sign Bashir Usman from Niger Tornadoes

Done Deal: Enugu Rangers sign Bashir Usman from Niger Tornadoes

Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions, Enugu Rangers have announced the signing of Bashir Usman from Niger Tornadoes. The winger a penned a two-year-deal with the Flying Antelopes on Tuesday. The eight-time Nigerian champions confirmed the development via their official X handle. "We are delighted to announce the signing of Usman Bashir from Niger Tornadoes on a two year contract. Welcome to the team," read the...

Valuejet Cup 2024: Eight teams confirmed for Nigerian off-season tournament

Valuejet Cup 2024: Eight teams confirmed for Nigerian off-season tournament

Organisers of the Valuejet Cup have revealed the eight participating teams for this year's edition. The teams were officially revealed via the competition's official X handle. Last year's champions, Shooting Stars of Ibadan, have already confirmed their intention to participate alongside former Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions, Rivers United. Other participating teams are Ijebu United, Remo Stars, newly promoted NPFL sides, Beyond Limits Football Academy...

Done Deal: Remo Stars sign defenders Nwokeji, Abubakar

Done Deal: Remo Stars sign defenders Nwokeji, Abubakar

Remo Stars have completed the signing of left-back Chiemeka Nwokeji from Sporting Lagos, and right-back Ibrahim Abubakar from Kano Pillars. The Skye Blue Stars confirmed the development via their official X handle on Tuesday. Nwokeji favoured a move to the Ikenne-based team after Sporting Lagos got relegated to the Nigeria National League (NNL) last season. The flamboyant left-footed defender comes with league experience and will also...