PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has congratulated Remo Stars Football Club on winning the 2024–2025 Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) title, describing the achievement as “a proud moment” for Ikenne, Ogun State, and Nigeria’s sporting community.
In a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Monday, Tinubu praised the team’s resilience, perseverance, and commitment to excellence, noting that their triumph comes just four years after their promotion to Nigeria’s top football division.
He particularly admired the team’s courage in staying focused after enduring three previous seasons of narrowly missing out on the title.
The President expressed optimism that Remo Stars’ journey would inspire other Nigerian clubs to pursue success with renewed determination and optimism.
He also commended the club’s owner and chairman, Mr Kunle Soname, for his visionary investment in grassroots football development.
He noted that the construction of a state-of-the-art stadium in Ikenne has played a pivotal role in providing a solid foundation for the growth of sports, not just in Ogun State but across Nigeria.
“Mr. Soname’s commitment to grassroots football development is a model for others to follow,” the statement read.
With the NPFL title secured, Remo Stars will now represent Nigeria in the CAF Champions League.
President Tinubu urged the team to maintain the same “undaunting spirit, focus, and excellence” as they step onto the continental stage.
The President called on Nigerian football fans across the country to rally behind Remo Stars as they carry the nation’s hopes into African competition.
“As Nigeria’s champions, Remo Stars carry the pride of the nation onto the African stage. Let us support them as they seek greater glory for Nigeria,” he said.
