Author: Seyi Alao
Sunshine Stars Captain, Abe Sunday, has disclosed that a sum of N2.5m was paid to the kidnappers before the duo Dayo Ojo of Eyimba Fc and Benjamin Iluyomade of Abia Comets were released. Dayo Ojo and Benjamin Iluyomade were abducted on Sunday alongthe Benin-Owo expressway as they journeyed to Akure followingthe suspension of the Nigeria Professional Football League amidconcerns over the global pandemic, Covid-19, but were later released four days later. Abe who played with both players at Sunshine Stars told journalists in Akure that the money was delivered to the kidnappers after serious negotiation. The Sunshine…
Wikki Tourists Manager Usman Abd’Allah believes his side will avoid relegation despite their current position in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). According to the tactician the battle at the lower rung of the table is highly competitive. The Giant Elephants have endured a difficult season so far as they lie 15th on the log 31 points after 25 match days. Their 1-0 victory over Kano Pillars on 18th March seems to have brought their campaign back on track. Speaking in an interview with www.brila.net, Abd’Allah admitted it is normal for his side to labour to retain their NPFL status.…
Nigerian striker Odion is reportedly in dilemma following the new contract offer from his chinese Super league side Shanghai Shenhua. Skysports reported that the 30 year old has been offered a two year deal by the Chinese super league side that will see him become the highest paid African player in the world. The new deal from Shanghai Shenhua will see the Manchester United loanee pocket £400,000 weekly before tax, something his boyhood club Manchester United won’t match. Ighalo is living his childhood dream by playing for Manchester United at the moment and boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer…
Belgium National team captain Eden Hazard has branded his first season with Real Madrid as “Rubbish”, but he’s hoping to turn things around next season.
The players of Nigeria National League side Mighty Jets of has lamented for non-payment of salaries and bonuses by the management.
Nigerian defender Shehu Abdullahi is delighted with the release of Enyimba’s star Dayo Ojo from the captivity of the kidnappers.
Super Eagles star Shehu Abdullahi has revealed his preferred position on the pitch but insisted he’s ready to play wherever coaches asked him to play.
Rangers International of Enugu forward, Kelvin Itoya has hailed late teammate Ifeanyi George as one of the best players in the team.
National Association of Nigerian Footballers has applauded the management of Rangers International for its life insurance policy for its players.
Callum Hudson-Odoi has completed his recovery from coronavirus fully, the Club Manager Frank Lampard has confirmed.
