Don't chase our sponsors away, NPFL board chairman begs Nigerian media

Fans having fun at the NPFL Super 6 in Lagos. (Photo Credit: Weshootsport)

Don't chase our sponsors away, NPFL board chairman begs Nigerian media

Izuchukwu Akawor 17:19 - 30.08.2023

The chairman of the NPFL board spoke to the media at the AGM to herald the next season in Abuja.

Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, Hon Gbenga Elegbeleye, has sent a passionate message to the Nigerian media. 

Gbenga Elegbeleye spoke to the media during the NPFL board’s Annual General Meeting, AGM, to herald the new season in the Nigeria Premier League, NPL. 

The AGM was held in the nation’s Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Abuja, on Tuesday. 

The New NPFL Season

Nigerian champions Enyimba FC will begin their title defense in the NPFL next season. 

Enyimba are Nigeria's most successful team with 9 titles. (Photo Credit: Imago)

This much Pulse Sports can report after the draw for the 2023/2024 season was held in Abuja. 

The People’s Elephant will kick off their campaign with the biggest game of the opening weekend against FA Cup kings, Bendel Insurance.

Referees officiating an NPFL football match

Another interesting clash on the opening day of the season will see newbies Sporting Lagos host Gombe United in Lagos State. 

Elegbeleye’s media plea

Speaking during his keynote address, the chairman of the NPFL board, updated Nigerians on the new developments in the league.

Hon Gbenga Elegbeleye, the NPFL Board Chairman. (Photo Credit: Sportsblaze)

As reported by Pulse Sports, the chairman made it clear that the Nigeria Premier League, NPL, is ready to ensure the NPFL reclaims its place in Africa.

He also addressed the media with a special plea that they should focus on constructive criticism of activities in the Football League as anything otherwise could chase away potential sponsors. 

Super Eagles coach, Jose Peseiro in Yenegoa for an NPFL game.

“It is important to recognise the role of the media in the success of our plans,” Elegbeleye stated. 

“We will be counting on your support again as we embark on this journey.”

“We appreciate your criticisms when not destructive because negative reports chase away our potential sponsors,” he added. 

The 2023/2024 NPFL, which kicks off on September 9, will be a complete 20-team format as the NPL has jettisoned the abridged format used last season. 

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