The wait is over for football lovers in Nigeria as the 2023/2024 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) is set to kick off on August 26, 2023, as revealed by the newly inaugurated NPFL Board Chairman, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye.
The announcement came during the electrifying inauguration ceremony held by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) on July 26.
In an effort to raise the bar for the league, the NPFL Board has introduced a remarkable increase in the prize money for the winners.
The stakes have been raised to an impressive N150 million, incentivizing clubs to invest in their facilities and players’ welfare.
BREAKING!!!
The NPFL 2023/2024 season will kickoff on August 26, according to the NPFL Chairman, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye.
The prize money for the winner is N150 million. pic.twitter.com/ZyWQkiD4sb
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To ensure top-notch standards, the NPFL Board has implemented strict measures for stadium approval.
Unfit stadia will be banned from hosting NPFL matches until they meet the required standards, fostering safety and infrastructure improvements.
Chairman Elegbeleye is optimistic about an even better showing from referees this season.
The success of the previous season was attributed to prompt payment of indemnities and allowances, a trend that will continue, ensuring referees receive their dues ahead of each game.
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