Ughelli Rovers Football Club has announced a landmark media partnership with Platinum News, a leading sports media outlet, as part of its ambitious preparations for the New Year Mega Lottery Nationwide League One (NLO) Division One 2025 Season.
Following a due confirmation of a sophomore appearance by the League Management Board of the Nigerian third-tier football, the Ughelli-based side has chosen to optimize its visibility, engagement, and showcase its journey toward success in this year’s tournament with a solid media collaboration underway.
Meanwhile, an all-comprehensive coverage of Ughelli Rovers’ matches, exclusive interviews, highlights, in-depth analyses, training sessions, and off-field activities will be entirely handled by Platinum News in ensuring the club reaches a wider audience.
As the 2025 NLO season approaches, Ughelli Rovers are leaving no stone unturned in their readiness. The club has intensified its tactical acumen, blending experienced players with young talents scouted from far and near.
Recent friendly matches have shown promising results, with the team displaying a dynamic possessional style under the guidance of head coach, Ekete Nyerovwo.
“Our goal is to compete at the highest level and secure promotion. We are building a squad that combines discipline, skill, and passion. We believe this is our year to shine. With the support of the club management and our fans, we are determine to make a statement,” he stated.
With action fully commencing across the country in the coming days, all eyes will be on the Eguono V’Owvian Boys as famously known to see if the long-awaiting dream of topflight football to Ughelli can become a reality soon.
“Of course, we are aware that expectations are high for the season. So as every other club like us is targeting a top-of-the-table finish from the centre with the hope of clinching the only ticket to the NLO playoffs, this alone is enough motivation for the team to take the bull by the horns,” Nyerovwo added.
Having being grouped together with six other local teams, the club will open its campaign against Itamah Football Academy in the Asaba Centre 1 slated for Wednesday, April 23, 2pm, at the main bowl of Stephen Keshi Stadium, Delta State.