Nigeria Premier League

Bayelsa State PFAN Visit Bayelsa United FC Management Over Unpaid Bonuses Owed Its Players

Sequel to a press release making rounds in the media space on the huge amount of money of unpaid match bonuses by the management of Bayelsa United FC of Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, to players of the team, the Professional Footballers Association of Nigeria (PFAN), through the office of the PFAN General Secretary has responded swiftly.

PFAN in its official press release has mandated the Chairman of Bayelsa State Caretaker Committee, Barrister (Chief) Rumson Victor Baribote and his committee, to visit the club and investigate the issues, in view of the disregard for the players welfare by the management of the club.

PFAN also tasked the Committee led by Chief Baribote to address the issue within the next five days and report back.

The press release signed by the PFAN General Secretary, Comrade Edema Fuludu, also added, “we trust that the chairman and management of Bayelsa United FC, will with all responsibility as a Nigeria Premier Football League side, cooperate with Bayelsa State PFAN.”

Nigeria Premier League

Plateau United GM Mutla Confident of Survival Amid NPFL Struggles

Plateau United General Manager, Habila Hosea Mutla, remains optimistic that the club will avoid relegation this season despite their current position in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL).

The former champions sit 16th on the table with 24 points from 22 matches. To address their struggles, the Jos-based club recently signed four new players to strengthen their squad.

“Yes, we’ve strengthened the squad with some fresh legs during the January transfer window,” Mutla said. “And it’s our hope that the new arrivals will bring the much-needed spark to the team.”

Nigeria Premier League

Heartland confident of victory in NPFL Clash against Katsina United

Heartland FC are confident of securing a win in their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) matchday 23 clash against Katsina United.

The Naze Millionaires will face Katsina United at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium on Friday.

Under the guidance of coach Emmanuel Amuneke, Heartland remain unbeaten in their last four league matches, and they are determined to extend their strong form.

“A trip to Katsina is in the offing and the plan is to cage the Chanji Boys at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium on Friday,” Heartland wrote on X.

“Let’s go for it because we are the Naze Millionaires!”

Nigeria Premier League

Rivers United GK Onisodumeya Returns to Training After Injury

Rivers United Back To Top Spot In NPFL Title Race

Rivers United goalkeeper Osagie Onisodumeya has resumed training following an injury sustained during a matchday 20 clash against Plateau United in Jos.

Onisodumeya’s return is a boost for coach Finidi George as the team prepares for their next league game against Lobi Stars. The absence of the first-choice goalkeeper has coincided with a winless spell for Rivers United.

The shot-stopper will undergo a late fitness test to determine his readiness for the crucial encounter.

Rivers United will host Lobi Stars at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium on Sunday.