President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Remo Stars Football Club on winning the 2024-25 Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) title.
The Sky Blue Stars clinched their first-ever NPFL title with three matches remaining, defeating Niger Tornadoes 1-0 in a tough contest at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne. The victory marked their 21st of the season, bringing their total to 68 points in what has been an historic campaign.
In a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, President Tinubu praised the team’s historic triumph as a reflection of the dedication and effort of the players, coaching staff, and management.
“President Tinubu describes the historic victory, four years after the team’s promotion to the elite league, as a testament to the hard work, discipline, and unyielding spirit of the players, the coaching crew and the management,” the statement read.
“The President admires the team’s resilience and perseverance, noting their courage in pursuing success despite three previous near-misses in the race for the league title. He hopes their example will inspire other Nigerian clubs to pursue their dreams continuously with tenacity and optimism.”
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“He also commends the vision and commitment of the club’s owner and chairman, Mr. Kunle Soname. His investment in grassroots football—exemplified by the construction of the state-of-the-art stadium in Ikenne—has provided a vital foundation for the growth of sports in Nigeria.”
“As Nigeria’s champions, Remo Stars have become Nigeria’s representatives in the CAF Champions League. President Tinubu urges the team to deploy the same undaunting spirit and focus to win continental honours.”
“He calls on football fans across Nigeria to rally behind the team as they carry the nation’s hopes onto the African stage.”
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