Remo Stars clinch historic Nigeria Premier League title
Remo Stars secured their maiden Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) crown on Sunday, edging Niger Tornadoes 1-0 at the Remo Stars Stadium to write a new chapter in their history.
A late goal from Olamilekan Muhammed Adebayo in the 84th minute proved decisive, sparking celebrations as the Sky Blue Stars finally got their hands on the prestigious trophy.
The crucial victory moved Remo Stars to 68 points after 35 matches, having recorded 21 wins, five draws, and nine losses.
They hold a commanding 10-point lead over second-placed Rivers United, who sit on 58 points from 16 wins, 10 draws, and nine defeats.
Abia Warriors occupy third place with 56 points, while Ikorodu City are fourth on 53 points as the league campaign approaches its final stages. A Journey Years in the Making
Founded in 2004 by Kunle Soname under the name FC Dender, Remo Stars have steadily climbed the ranks of Nigerian football over the past two decades.
Their ascent saw them earn promotion to the Nigeria National League (NNL) in 2010. However, progress was not always linear.
The club faced relegation from the top flight in 2018 but showed resilience by bouncing back in 2021, securing a place in the NPFL after finishing second in the NNL playoff Group A.
This title triumph marks a historic achievement not just for the club but also for the Southwest region.
Remo Stars are the first club from the region to win the Nigerian top-flight title since Julius Berger lifted the trophy in 1991.
So where does the club go from here?!
🎙️The gaffer, Daniel Ogunmodede shares his post match thought after sealing the NPFL title. #RemoReigns | #WeAreRemoStars | #NPFL25 pic.twitter.com/3XFo2qgCat — Remo Stars Sports Club (@RemoStarsSC) April 28, 2025 Looking Ahead
With the NPFL title secured, Remo Stars now turn their attention to preparations for continental football, as they are set to represent Nigeria in next season's TotalEnergies CAF Champions League.
It is a moment of immense pride for the club's management, players, and supporters, who have waited patiently for their rise to the summit of Nigerian football.
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