Category: NNL

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 […]

As the 2025/2026 Nigeria National League (NNL) season kicks off this Saturday, November 8, a wave of change is sweeping through Nigeria’s second-tier football league. With a ₦494 million sponsorship deal from BetPawa, a new competition format, and clear reforms in place, the NNL looks set to deliver its most professional and rewarding campaign yet. […]

The Nigeria National League Club Owners and Managers Association (NALCOMA) has commended the Chairman of the Nigeria National League (NNL), Mr. George Aluo and the board for securing a landmark partnership with Betpawa, describing it as a bold step towards repositioning the league. According to the association, through its President, Godwin Enakhena, “the deal reflects […]

*Welcomes new Exco members National League Club Owners and Managers Association (NALCOMA) has expressed deep appreciation to the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, for his pivotal role in ensuring the successful hosting of the league’s Annual General Meeting (AGM). In a statement after the AGM, the Club Owners’ body […]

Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Ilorin FC has officially unveiled Coach Yusuf Salihu as the club’s new head coach ahead of the 2025/2026 Nigeria National League (NNL) season. The unveiling ceremony took place earlier today, Tuesday September 9, 2025, at the Taiwo Awoniyi Media Sports Centre, Kwara SWAN Secretariat, George Agbazika Innih Stadium, Ilorin. Speaking at […]

After a successful regular season the board of Nigeria National League ( NNL) has announced that the Super 8 will hold in Asaba, the Delta State Capital from July 5th to 8th, 2025. Teams that qualified for the Super 8 are; Warri Wolves, Osun United, Crown FC, Kun Khalifa FC of Owerri, Wikki Tourists, Yobe […]

2025 President Federation Cup finalists, Abakaliki United, have been relegated from the Nigerian National League (NNL), despite their impressive cup run this season. The “Rice Boys,” who are set to face Kwara United in the prestigious cup final, are among eight teams demoted at the conclusion of the 2024/2025 NNL season. Abakaliki United’s drop comes […]