NNL: Akwa United Unveil 10 New Signings In Push For Top-Flight Return

Akwa United have bolstered their squad with the signing of 10 new players ahead of the 2026/2027 Nigeria National League ,NNL, season as the club intensifies efforts to secure promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL.

The newly recruited players comprise one goalkeeper, three defenders, four midfielders and two forwards, adding depth to the squad as the Promise Keepers prepare for the new campaign.

Goalkeeper Robert Cole, who joins from Godswill Akpabio United, is among the new arrivals. The defensive recruits are Keme Okoriye from Abia Comets, Famoyegun Michael from Ikorodu City and Ikemdinachi Prince from Nasarawa United.

In midfield, the club have secured the services of Paschal Uba from Doma United, Asiriuwa Godwin from Enugu Rangers, Ifeanyichukwu Nwune from Ozala Academy and James Peter from Blackpool Academy.

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The attacking department has also received a boost with the arrival of Peter Asuquo from FC One Rocket and Apas Abel from Morak FC.

Akwa United head coach Paul Offor expressed satisfaction with the quality of the new signings, expressing confidence that the team would be adequately prepared for the start of the season.

The new players have already joined their teammates in training, working alongside retained players from last season as the technical crew seeks to build a cohesive and competitive squad.

Akwa United will compete in Conference B of the 2026/2027 NNL season, which is scheduled to commence on October 31, 2026.

The Uyo-based club will be aiming to make the most of their preparations and mount a strong promotion challenge as they seek a return to the Nigerian top-flight.

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