Category: NNL

Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin prodigy, Sa’ad Jamiu announced his arrival in Israel, scoring on his debut for Hapoel Beit Shean U19 in their emphatic 4–0 away victory over Maccabi Irony Kir Yat. The young forward found the back of the net in the 57th minute, scoring his side’s second goal as they cruised to […]

There would be no show of love on Valentine’s Day as ABS Ilorin FC look to get back to winning ways when they take on Mighty Jets in a crucial Nigeria National League (NNL) clash on Saturday in Ilorin. The Saraki Boys head into the encounter determined to bounce back after a difficult run of […]

All roads will lead to Ikenne, Ogun State, as stakeholders of the Nigeria National League (NNL) and the National League Clubs Owners and Managers Association (NALCOMA) converge for a mid-season retreat designed to take a deep, honest look at the ongoing 2025/2026 campaign ahead of the all-important second round. The retreat has been scheduled for […]

Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin FC has parted ways with its Head Coach, Yusuf Salihu, following a mutual agreement between both parties. Coach Salihu was appointed on September 9, 2025, and led the team through the first stanza of the 2025/2026 Nigeria National League (NNL) season. Under his guidance, ABS Ilorin FC recorded three wins […]

The Nigeria National League Club Owners and Managers Association (NALCOMA) has extended warm Christmas greetings to clubs participating in the Nigeria National League (NNL), wishing them a joyful and peaceful celebration. In a goodwill message released to mark the festive season, NALCOMA urged Club Owners, Managers, players and officials across the NNL to use the […]

ABS Ilorin FC red-hot striker, Jamiu Sa’ad, says he is determined to score more goals and help the club secure promotion back to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). Sa’ad has been in exceptional form this season, netting four goals in four matches, a run that has earned him two Man of the Match awards […]

Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin FC continued their perfect start to the 2025/2026 Nigeria National League (NNL) campaign with a 2–0 victory over Lafia-based FC Basira today Saturday November 22, 2025, at the Rashidi Yekini Main-Bowl, George Agbazika Innih Stadium, Ilorin, Kwara State. Following a cagey, goalless first half, the Saraki Boys found their rhythm […]

*Hosts Sokoto United tomorrow in Ilorin Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin FC has officially confirmed a 37-man squad made up of 16 retained players, 7 promoted talents from the U19/PTDP programme, and 14 new signings for the Nigeria National League (NNL) 2025/2026 campaign. The squad reflects the club’s commitment to youth development, continuity, and strategic […]

Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin FC is delighted to announce a new partnership with Jenik Logistics, a fast-growing logistics company with operational bases in Kwara, Lagos, and Abuja. The partnership deal will see Jenik Logistics serve as the official sponsor of the Player of the Match award for all ABS Ilorin FC home games, as […]

The 2025/2026 Nigeria National League (NNL) season is expected to kick off this Saturday, November 8, with a wave of transformation sweeping through Nigeria’s second-tier football competition, tagged ‘the most important league’. Now backed by a whooping ₦494 million sponsorship deal from BetPawa, a revamped format, and firm reforms, the NNL is set for what […]