Category: NPFL

NPFL sanctions under scrutiny: Stakeholders question leniency in Kano Pillars case

The decision by the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) to sanction Kano Pillars with fines without a corresponding points deduction, has stirred discontent among several top-flight clubs, raising fresh concerns about consistency, deterrence, and the league’s disciplinary credibility. At the heart of the controversy is the violent incident involving match officials during Pillars’ clash with […]

NPFL: Engr Femi Sanni motivates Kwara United after victory over Barau FC in Lagos

The Chief Executive Officer of Stefolga FlowFM, Engr Femi Sanni Araba, provided a timely morale boost to Kwara United FC as they intensified their battle against relegation in the Nigeria Professional Football League. Engr Sanni was physically present at the iconic Mobolaji Johnson Arena, lending his voice and support during Kwara United’s crucial Matchday 34 […]

SWAN decries hooliganism in Ilorin, urges justice with mercy for Kwara United

The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Kwara State Chapter, strongly condemns the acts of violence that marred the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 22 fixture between Kwara United and Rivers United at the Kwara State Stadium, Ilorin, on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Football remains a unifying force and a vehicle for sportsmanship, not […]

Kwara United condemns violence after Rivers United clash, apologises to NPFL officials

Kwara United Football Club has strongly condemned the acts of violence that trailed its rescheduled Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 22 encounter against Rivers United Football Club in Ilorin today, Wednesday February 18, 2026. The game, which ended in a 1–1 draw, was overshadowed by disturbing scenes after the final whistle, including an attack […]

Kwara United’s league survival possible with collective backing– Adeyemi ENACT

A Board Member of TETFUND, representing the North Central, Engr Nurudeen Adeyemi Balogun, has insisted that rallying support for Kwara United Football Club at this critical period will pave the way for the club’s apex league sustenance. Engr Adeyemi made this known while speaking with journalists yesterday Sunday February 15,2026, in Ilorin, shortly after the […]

Engr. Nurudeen Adeyemi buys out tickets for Kwara United vs Kano Pillars clash

Ahead of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 26 encounter between Kwara United and Kano Pillars, Engr. Nurudeen Adeyemi, Board member of TETFUND, representing the North Central, has purchased all match tickets to grant supporters and stakeholders free access to the game. The highly anticipated fixture will take place on Sunday, February 15, 2026, […]

Lebanese winger Arkan Chafii eyes Kwara United move, inspired by NPFL physicality

A Lebanese right winger, Arkan Chafii, currently undergoing trials with Kwara United Football Club, has expressed strong willingness to play in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), citing the league’s physicality as a major motivation. The 23-year-old winger said the intensity and competitiveness of the NPFL inspired his decision to pursue a football career in […]

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