Nigeria Premier League
NNL: Lafia City Stadium To Host Opening Match

The newly refurbished Lafia City stadium, in the Capital of Nasarawa State, North Central Nigeria, has now been selected by the Board of the Nigeria National League(NNL) to host the opening fixture of the 2023/2024 Season.
The opening game was earlier scheduled to hold at the Uyo Township Stadium, Akwa-Ibom State, South-South Nigeria, but the latest development has seen a change of venue from Uyo to Lafia.
Subsequently, the NNL leadership has fixed Saturday 11th November, 2023, as the new kick-off date .
Moreso, the opening duel(Star match) of the day is no longer between Dakkada FC and 1472 FC of Lagos, but now between Nasarawa United(The Solid Miners) and Zamfara United(The Masu Gari)
Nasarawa United and Zamfara United are housed in Group C alongside El-Kanemi Warriors, Yobe Desert Stars, Mighty Jets, Wikki Tourists of Bauchi, last year’s Super 8 finalists, EFCC FC of Abuja, NAF FC also of Abuja and ABS of Ilorin.
Nasarawa United will be playing under a new Coach, Usman Adams, recently confirmed to be in charge after many years of serving as Assistant to the Lafia-based side, while Zamfara will start the quest for glory under veteran Coach, Alassan Mohammed.
Chief Operating Officer of the “Most Important League” in Nigeria, Dr.Ayo Abdulrahaman has admonished clubs to not only adhere to the tenets of fair play, but also play according to the stipulated NNL rules and regulations.
“The delay in kick-off was necessitated by situations beyond our control. We must warn all clubs of the need to be professional enough, keeping intact, the good image of the league.
“We have zero tolerance for violence and any unsportsmanship conducts.
“Our matches will be streamed live and closely monitored as we will be sending Compliant Officers across all venues.”
We expect the best and a grand opening game. We are working hard to raise the standard”, he noted.
Dr. Abdulrahaman further said only the match at the Lafia City Stadium will take place on match-day one and that other games of the first week will be prosecuted on Saturday, 18th November, 2023, at the approved Stadiums for the Season which will be communicated in due course.
Dr. Abdulrahaman hinted that the NNL Board has sent its best wishes to all the Clubs as the Season begins on the 11th.

Nigeria Premier League
Eunisell Gears Up For 2025 Boot Awards Amid Tight Scoring Race

As the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League season nears its thrilling conclusion, on Sunday, May 25, Eunisell Limited, Africa’s leading specialty chemicals and oil production solutions company, is proud to announce its readiness for the prestigious Eunisell Boot Awards.
This year’s event, scheduled for June in Lagos, marks a major milestone—a decade of Eunisell’s steadfast commitment to celebrating excellence and supporting domestic football development in Nigerian football.
The Eunisell Boot Award, is an annual ceremony honouring the NPFL’s highest goal scorer, spotlighting individual brilliance and inspiring the next generation of football
talent.
Since inception, the initiative has become one of the most respected individual
accolades in Nigerian football.
With one match day to go this season, the race for the 2025 Eunisell Boot is intensifying.
Nasarawa United’s currently leads the race to grab the Eunisell Boots with 18 goals.
Yusuf took his tally to 18 goals in Sunday’s 3-2 victory over Enyimba.
The trio of Rabiu Ali (Kano Pillars) Anthony De Souza Ijoma (Abia Warriors) and Shola Adelani (Ikorodu City) have 12 goals each.
Beyond the Boot Awards, Eunisell currently sponsors Abia Warriors, a prominent club in the NPFL, further demonstrating its active support for domestic football development and grassroots talent.
Ken Okeiyi, CEO of Eunisell, emphasized the company’s dedication to the sport and its role in uplifting communities.
Over the years, Eunisell Boot Award has stood as a symbol of recognition, reward, and belief in the power of local talent.
As the NPFL season wraps up, we are once again reminded of the skill, determination, and passion that define Nigerian football.
Eunisell is proud to continue investing in the future of the sport by celebrating those who inspire on and off the pitch.
Eunisell’s involvement in Nigerian football—through both its individual player recognition and club sponsorship—reflects its broader vision to foster excellence, empower youth and promote national pride.
Details of the 2025 Eunisell Boot Awards ceremony, including final date and venue, will be announced in the coming weeks.
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Nigeria Premier League
Abiodun Celebrates The NPFL’s New Era As Remo Stars Clinch The 2024/25 Trophy

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has expressed delight at the steady transformation of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), commending the league’s organizers for aligning its calendar with international standards.
Governor Abiodun made the remarks in Abeokuta while receiving a delegation from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), led by its President, Ibrahim Gusau, and the Chairman of the NPFL, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye.
The officials visited to congratulate the Governor following the official presentation of the 2024/25 NPFL trophy to Remo Stars—champions of this season.
Speaking on the sidelines of the visit, the Governor praised the NPFL’s decision to synchronize its season with global leagues, many of which conclude by May or early June.
“While the champions, our own Remo Stars from Ogun State, were crowned on Sunday, there is just one more game to conclude the season—meaning the NPFL will wrap up in May, just like most European leagues. This is commendable,” he said.
Abiodun, who attended the trophy presentation in Ikenne, also applauded the NPFL board for conducting a smooth and rancor-free season.
“It is to the credit of the NPFL Board, led by my brother, Elegbeleye, that we had this beautiful celebration today. All stakeholders agree that Remo Stars are worthy champions,” the Governor stated.
Present at the reception were several NFF Board members, including Ganiyu, Aisha Falode, and Silas Agara.
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Nigeria Premier League
NPFL Drama: Late Spot-kick Seals Shooting Stars’ Win Over Sunshine Stars

Sunshine Stars narrowly lost 0-1 to Shooting Stars in a tightly contested Matchday 36 fixture of the 2024/25 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan.
The decisive goal came in the 84th minute after the referee awarded a late penalty to the home side, following a scramble in the box.
Just two minutes earlier, Sunshine Stars were reduced to ten men when defender Yusuf Olowoshile received a red card.
Shooting Stars capitalized on the advantage, converting the penalty with composure to secure all three points.
Despite the defeat, Sunshine Stars displayed grit and determination, going toe-to-toe with their hosts and creating several scoring opportunities.
Goalkeeper Emma Offori was a standout performer, making several key saves to keep the Owena Whales in the contest.
Speaking after the match, Shooting Stars head coach Gbenga Ogunbote praised Sunshine Stars for their resilience, labeling their current league standing as “unfortunate.”
On his part, Sunshine Stars coach Bobola Akinfolarin expressed frustration with the result, particularly the timing of the penalty. Nevertheless, he stressed that the team must now shift focus to their final two games of the season.
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