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Ayo Abdulrahaman Appointed NPFL COO As New Season Kicks Off

NewsDeskNgAug 29, 2026August 29, 20260

NFF names sports administrator Ayo Abdulrahaman NPFL COO, with appointment taking effect immediately as the 2026/27 season begins. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has appointed Dr Ayo Abdulrahaman as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), with immediate effect. The appointment was announced by...

Emekayi appointed new Rivers United captain

NewsDeskNgOct 10, 2024October 10, 20240

Temple Emekayi has been named captain of Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, outfit, Rivers United. Emekayi will take over the responsibility of leading the team following forward, Nyima Nwagua’s departure for Saudi Arabia. The centre-back captained Rivers United during their opening five matches this season. The defender will be assisted...

NPFL fixes AGM for Lagos, orders 7 clubs to upgrade playing turf

NewsDeskNgJul 3, 2024July 3, 20240

The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has confirmed that Lagos will host its Annual General Meeting. The AGM will deliberate on the scheduled kick-off date of the 2024/25 season which is fixed for Saturday, August 31. The Chief Operating Officer of the NPFL, Davidson Owumi, had, in a letter to...