A New Chapter Begins for Nigerian Midfield Sensation Mary Aderemi

Rising Nigerian midfield star Mary Aderemi has officially completed a one-year deal with FC Dnepr Mogilev, making the move from Nigerian champions Bayelsa Queens FC.

The creative midfielder, widely regarded as one of the brightest talents in Nigerian women’s football, joins the Belarusian side following a standout season in which she played a pivotal role in Bayelsa Queens’ triumph in the 2025 Nigeria Women Football League.

Aderemi’s journey to Europe has been fueled by consistency, vision, and flair. Known for her ability to dictate the tempo of games, unlock defenses with precise passing, and deliver in crucial moments, she quickly became the heartbeat of Bayelsa Queens’ midfield. Her performances not only drove her club to domestic glory but also earned her recognition on the continental stage.

On the African scene, Aderemi featured prominently with the Super Falconets of Nigeria during the CAF WAFU B tournament, helping the team clinch the championship. In club football, she played a key role in Bayelsa Queens’ impressive run to the CAF Women’s Champions League final, where they narrowly fell to ASEC Mimosas in a hard-fought showdown that highlighted her composure and class under pressure.

Her talents have also been recognized internationally. Aderemi represented Nigeria at the U-20 level during the WAFU B U-20 Women’s Championship, cementing her reputation as a technically gifted and intelligent midfielder capable of influencing games at the highest youth level.

The one-year agreement with Dnepr Mogilev is seen as a strategic move, providing Aderemi with the opportunity to adapt to European football while allowing the club to integrate her creativity into their system. For both player and club, it represents a calculated step with potentially high rewards.

As she prepares to begin life in Europe, one thing is clear: Mary Aderemi is not just taking a step forward—she’s stepping onto a bigger stage.

Samuel Ahmadu

Samuel Ahmadu is a distinguished multimedia journalist and women's football expert with over 15 years of experience in the industry. On the back of domestic engagement since 2008, he began his international career journey at Goal.com in February 2014, where he served as an African women's football correspondent for nearly eight years. During his tenure at Goal.com, Samuel covered major events such as three Women's Africa Cup of Nations (2016, 2018, 2022) and the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup in Canada plus 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. His work at Goal.com earned him widespread acclaim, particularly for his in-depth profiles of African football stars, notably Asisat Oshoala, whose rise he documented from her early years to her breakthrough at the FIFA U20 Women's World Cup in 2014. Prior to his role at Goal.com, Samuel freelanced for various print and broadcast media outlets in Nigeria, including Graphics Newspaper, Radio Nigeria, Grace FM, and Savid Newspaper. His extensive experience and expertise led to his appointment to the Nigeria Football Federation's Standing Committee on Women's Football Development from 2016 to 2018. Since February 2018, Samuel has been the Social Media Manager for Nigeria's women's national teams.In 2019, Samuel joined the Confederation of African Football (CAF) as a women's football content contributor and was promoted to Women's Football Editor in 2021. His contributions to women's football continued as he worked as a Media Consultant for Content Creation and Editorials at the 2022 CAF Women's Champions League. Currently, Samuel also serves as the spokesman for the Nigeria Women Football League, further solidifying his influence and dedication to the growth of women's football in Africa.

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