Abakaliki FC management has officially designated Sunday, January 28, 2026, as the resumption date for the second half of the 2025/2026 Nigeria National League (NNL) season. The “Rice Boys” entered a mandatory one-week mid-season hiatus last Monday following the conclusion of their first-round fixtures.
This break provides the technical crew and players with a vital window to recuperate before they intensify their quest for a promotion ticket in the new year.
The Ebonyi-based club rounded off their initial campaign with a resilient performance in Osogbo, where they battled Osun United to a thrilling 3-3 draw. Throughout the first stanza, Abakaliki FC demonstrated remarkable consistency, amassing a record of three victories, three draws, and only a single defeat across seven matches.
This impressive run of form has positioned them firmly in third place on the Conference B table, where they currently sit with 12 points, trailing the league leaders by a narrow margin.
Upon the league’s resumption in late January, the club faces a high-stakes encounter against First Bank FC. The management remains optimistic that the squad will maintain its competitive edge as they transition into the most critical phase of the season.
With the promotion race in Conference B remaining wide open, Abakaliki FC aims to capitalize on their strong defensive foundation and clinical attacking displays to climb higher in the standings and secure a historic move to the top flight of Nigerian football.
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