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Emir of Minna showers royal blessings on Bala, as Tornadoes coach gets fan award

By Wale Mustapha on December 24, 2022 News, Sports

The Emir of Minna, His Royal Highness (Dr.) Umar Farouq Bahago has assured Coach Bala Abubakar and Niger Tornadoes that traditional institutions and Minna fans will massively support the team in its quest for trophies when the new Nigeria Professional Football League kicks off in January. Speaking when a delegation of the Ikoh Allah Boys […]

What Nigerian football experts say about Niger Tornadoes’ Boss, Honourable Adamu Aliyu

By Wale Mustapha on November 9, 2022 News, Sports

Chairman of Niger Tornadoes, Honourable Adamu Aliyu’s beliefs in making things work for the club can not be overlooked, that’s why former Flying Eagles and Eaglet Coach, John Obuh who was a household name during his time with Tornadoes had this to say. “The best thing to have happened to Niger Tornadoes was the coming […]

Honourable Adamu Aliyu: An astute administrator that has turned Niger Tornadoes to a brand

By Wale Mustapha on November 9, 2022 News, Sports

Honourable Adamu Aliyu is an astute Sports Administrator per excellence and manager of minds; whose work ethic is faultless, who knows his onions, and who is passionate about the beautiful round leather game (football), across all levels in Nigeria. You can not talk about the achievements recorded by Niger Tornadoes within the last 10 years […]

Lobi Stars, Nasarawa United, three others confirm participation for 2nd Unity Preseason Tourney

By Wale Mustapha on October 3, 2022 News, Sports

Organizers of the 2nd edition of the Unity Preseason Tournament has confirmed that all is set for the commencement of the tournament which is the flagship in the North Central.The tournament holds 16-23 October in Abuja. According to the General Coordinator of the tournament Patrick Ngwaogu, the invited teams have started confirming their participation and […]

Sporting Lagos get better of Gombe United, as Sunshine Stars keep chase on Tornadoes

By Wale Mustapha on September 23, 2022 News, Sports

It was an inspiring showing from Sporting Lagos as they got a back-to-back win in the 10th edition of the Optima Energy Gold Cup as they shocked Gombe United at the FC Ebedei Stadium in Sagamu. A good performance from both teams in the opening 38 minutes, as they showed quality in depth but not […]

Coach Bala promises a new look Tornadoes against Remo Stars, Sunshine Stars

By Wale Mustapha on September 23, 2022 News, Sports

Abubakar Bala says his Tornadoes will show quality in their next Optima Energy Gold Cup matches against fellow NPFL sides Sunshine Stars and Remo Stars. He said after the win against Hammola FC of Osogbo: “I’m delighted that we have used the first two games in the Optima Energy Gold Cup to test the new […]

Optima Energy Gold Cup: Shooting Stars rally to win big, as Tornadoes claim match points

By Wale Mustapha on September 22, 2022 News, Sports

It was a star performance from 2021 Optima Energy Gold Cup runner-up Shooting Stars as they thrashed Beyond Limits in a five-goal thriller at the FC Ebedei Stadium in Sagamu. Niger Tornadoes on its part had to wait till the opening minute of the second half to find the back of Gateway FC’s goal, to […]

Optima Energy Gold Cup kicks off September 22 in Ikenne, Sagamu

By Wale Mustapha on September 5, 2022 News, Sports

Organizers of the Optima Energy Gold Cup say the 10th edition of the nation’s prestigious preseason tournament for clubs in the domestic leagues will kick off on Thursday, September 22 in Ikenne and Sagamu respectively. Organizers of the Optima Energy Gold Cup have informed that the 10th edition of the nation’s most prestigious preseason tournament […]

CAF Ticket: Ogunjobi Gold Cup congratulates Remo Stars, Soname

By Wale Mustapha on July 18, 2022 News, Sports

.. Happy as Tornadoes, Shooting Stars survive relegation … Charges MFM FC to clinch NNL promotion ticket next season Organizers of the nation’s prestigious pre-season football tourney, Ogunjobi Gold Cup have sent a congratulatory message to Remo Stars after they picked a ticket to fly Nigeria’s flag in the CAF Confederation Cup come next season. […]

NPFL: Niger Tornadoes, Lobi Stars set for make or break 45 minutes clash in Jos

By Wale Mustapha on June 21, 2022 News, Sports

On the 28th of May 2022, the NPFL game between Niger Tornadoes and Lobi Stars was unfortunately abandoned after the first half. The League Management Company (LMC) rescheduled the game for Wednesday 22nd June 2022 at New Jos Stadium. This is to play the second half of the game so that the tie would be […]