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NPFL: Imoh Obot leaves Abia Warriors for Rivers United

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July 12, 2026

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Rivers United have completed the signing of Imoh Obot for the 2026-27 season, DAILY POST reports. Obot teamed up with the Pride of Rivers from Abia Warriors. He managed only 11 appearances for Abia Warriors last season. Obot had previously featured for the nine-time Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, champions Enyimba in the past. The [] NPFL: Imoh Obot leaves Abia Warriors for Rivers United

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