Enugu will host the Nigeria National League Super Eight playoff, DAILY POST reports. NNL chairman, George Aluo made the announcement on Monday. Aluo said the the Enugu State Government has promised that all logistics needed to ensure a successful competition will be put in place. “I’m happy to announce that Enugu State Government has graciously […]
Audu disappointed with Wikki Tourists failure to secure NNL playoff ticket
Wikki Tourists head coach, Azeez Audu, has expressed his disappointment with his team’s failure to secure a place in the Nigeria National League Super Eight playoff. Audu, however, appealed to the Bauchi Elephants supporters to be calm. He commended the players and the management team for their effort. “It was disheartening to lose at this […]
Nasarawa United qualify for NNL Super Eight playoff
Nasarawa United earned a berth in the Nigeria National League Super Eight playoff after holding Zamfara United to a 1-1 draw. The Solid Miners finished in second position in the Northern Conference Group C behind El-Kanemi Warriors of Maiduguri. Zamfara United went in front through Namadi Ahmad in the 40th minute. The visitors equalised two […]
Tradesafe announce withdrawal from NNL
Tradesafe FC have announced their withdrawal from the Nigeria National League, NNL. The management of the club cited uncontrollable circumstances as the reason for their withdrawal. The club disclosed this in a statement on their X handle. “The decision to opt out of the league weighed heavily on the hearts of everyone involved, as dreams […]
Wikki Tourists coach confident of securing NNL playoff spot
Wikki Tourists head coach, Azeez Audu has praised his players following their 4-1 victory against Mighty Jets. Audu said his players played to instructions to keep their promotion hopes alive. The Bauchi Elephants and Nasarawa United are pushing for the final Group C ticket for the Super Eight playoffs Wikki Tourists are in third position […]
El-Kanemi Warriors qualify for NNL super eight playoffs
El-Kanemi Warriors have qualified for the Nigeria National League Super Eight playoffs. The Borno Army are top of the Group C table with 34 points from 16 games. El-Kanemi Warriors defeated Yobe Desert Stars by a lone goal to secure their qualification for the playoff. The remaining slot from the group will be contested by […]
Jigawa Golden Stars, City FC, Mailantarki FC relegated from NNL
Jigawa Golden Stars, City FC and Mailantarki FC have been relegated from the Nigeria National League. The three clubs finished in the last three positions in the NNL Group D. The relegated teams will play in the Nigeria Nationwide League One next season. Sokoto United finished top of the group with 23 points, while Sporting […]
NNL banishes Gateway United to Benin over security breach
The Nigeria National League, NNL, has banished Gateway United to Benin City following a security breach in their home game against Ikorodu City at the MKO Abiola Stadium, Abeokuta. Gateway was found guilty after their supporters assaulted match officials during the encounter. The Abeokuta club were also fined N1 million with N100,000 for the medical […]
NNL solicits for funds from cooperate organisation
The Nigeria National League, NNL, has appealed to cooperate organisations for funds to assist in the effective running of the second tier league. NNL chairman, George Aluo noted that the unavailability of funds has hindered the progress of his administration. “I must continue to express my appreciation to Alhaji Gusau for finding me worthy to […]
NNL boss canvasses community ownership of football clubs
Nigeria National League, NNL, chairman, George Aluo has called for community ownership of football clubs in the country. Aluo said that it’s time for government to hands off the running of football in the country. He believed that the clubs can be best managed by individuals and communities as a whole. Aluo disclosed this during […]