Tony Elumelu Considers Acquiring NPFL Club: A Potential Game-Changer

Tony Elumelu, Chairman of Heirs Holdings, has expressed interest in acquiring a club in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL), viewing it as a positive step towards enhancing competition and corporate social responsibility (CSR). In response to a suggestion by a Twitter user, envisioning major corporations like Dangote, BUA, and Geregu investing in NPFL clubs, thereby diversifying ownership and revitalising the league.

Elumelu emphasized the potential benefits of such investments, including increased competition and improved standards within the league. Moreover, he revealed that the Federal Government, represented by Sports Minister John Owan, has initiated discussions on the feasibility of corporate involvement in NPFL clubs. This development underscores a growing recognition of the role of private sector investment in Nigerian football and aligns with efforts to elevate the profile and professionalism of domestic football leagues.

Host: Babatunde Koiki
Analyst: Udoka Njoku, Sports Correspondent, News Central TV
Analyst: Onyewuchi Nwachukwu, Deputy Editor, Sporting Life, Lagos, Nigeria
Guest: Promise Uwaeme, CAF/NPFL Referee Assessor, CAF Referee IT Instructor and CAF Trained VAR Operator, Lagos, Nigeria

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