Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, chairman, Hon Gbenga Elegbeleye, has expressed excitement over the fierce battle for the league title and continental spots.
Remo Stars currently top the NPFL table with 54 points, while second placed Rivers United are on 46 points after 28 matches.
Ikorodu City, Shooting Stars, Rangers, Kano Pillars, Bendel Insurance and Abia Warriors are all in the hunt for a continental ticket.
Elegbeleye stated that the competition has been “unprecedented”.
He attributed the tight contest to improvements in match officiating that may have boosted clubs’ confidence.
“Teams now travel for away games with the mindset of winning rather than just defending for a point,” Elegbeleye stated.
“Ikorodu City’s performance has been impressive. They’ve shown that privately owned clubs can thrive in the NPFL with proper planning, recruitment and promotion.
“From struggling early in the season to now challenging for the title and continental spots, they’ve added excitement and credibility to the league. Their journey is a testament to what can be achieved with the right approach.”
