The 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL)
season will officially kick off on August 22, 2025, and conclude on May 24,
2026, according to the NPFL Board Chairman, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye.
Elegbeleye made the announcement during a media
briefing at the league’s headquarters in Abuja, affirming the NPFL’s commitment
to a consistent and structured calendar in line with international football
standards.
Reflecting on the recently concluded 2024/25 season,
Elegbeleye highlighted key statistics and milestones. Remo Stars clinched the
league title with three matches to spare, sealing their triumph on matchday 35
against Nasarawa United at the Lafia City Stadium.
The season featured 380 matches, with each of the 20
clubs playing 19 home and 19 away games. In total, 286 wins, 92 draws, and 552
home goals were recorded. Notably, 16 penalties were missed, and referees
issued 1,180 yellow and red cards throughout the campaign.
Yusuf Anas emerged as the league’s top scorer,
finishing the season with 18 goals, including two hat-tricks in consecutive
games. He was followed by Rabiu Ali, who netted 13 goals.
Hon. Elegbeleye also emphasized the league’s growing
media exposure and fair competition. “Over 400 NPFL games were broadcast live
this season, which is a remarkable step toward increasing visibility and
attracting more fans. We now have a more level playing field for all clubs.”
He further addressed improvements in player welfare,
stating:
“The issue of unpaid salaries and bonuses has
significantly reduced. Financial discipline has improved across the board since
this administration came on.”
Looking ahead, the NPFL Chairman revealed that the
2025/26 league winner will receive a prize of ?200 million, underscoring
efforts to elevate the league’s competitiveness and professionalism.
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