Divine Nwachukwu Transfers to Coffee SC
Nigerian midfielder Divine Nwachukwu has completed a permanent transfer from Bendel Insurance to Ethiopian club Coffee SC. This marks Nwachukwu’s first move outside the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), and he is eager to make a positive impact with his new team.
Rivers United vs Heartland: New Kick-Off Time
The NPFL has adjusted the kick-off time for the match between Rivers United and Heartland on matchday two. Initially scheduled for 4 p.m. on Sunday, September 15, the game will now start at 3 p.m. to accommodate live broadcast arrangements. The match will take place at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium.
New Bayelsa United Chairman
Tarilaye Nwankwe has been appointed as the new chairman of Bayelsa United, replacing Ebiki Timitimi. Nwankwe, a former player and captain of Bayelsa United, previously served as chairman of Bayelsa Queens. Bayelsa United will look to rebound from their opening match defeat when they face Kano Pillars in their next fixture.
Rangers and Enyimba Games Rescheduled
The NPFL has rescheduled matchday two fixtures involving Rangers and Enyimba due to their engagements in continental competitions. Rangers will now play Ikorodu City on Wednesday, September 25, while Enyimba’s match against Lobi Stars has also been rearranged for the same date. Rangers are set to face Angola’s Sagrada Esperança, and Enyimba will take on Etoile Filante de Ouagadougou in Mali, as part of their CAF Champions League and CAF Confederation Cup commitments.