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DateRHome v Away-
02/12 15:00 20 [10] Kwara United v Shooting Stars [2] 2-0
02/12 14:00 20 Kano Pillars v Amirvala Madanchi 2-1
02/09 16:30 23 [7] Ikorodu City FC v FC Den Bosch [10] 2-1
02/09 15:00 23 [3] Rivers United v Lobi Stars FC [19] 1-0
02/09 15:00 23 [14] Bayelsa United v Enugu Rangers Intl FC [5] 0-0
02/09 15:00 23 Abia Warriors v Sunshine Stars FC 3-0
02/09 15:00 23 Akwa United v Enyimba 2-1
02/09 14:00 23 [9] Niger Tornadoes v Plateau United [16] 1-1
02/08 16:30 23 [2] Shooting Stars v Bendel Insurance [15] 1-0
02/08 15:00 23 [1] Remo Stars v Kano Pillars [12] 2-1
02/08 14:00 23 El Kanemi Warriors v Nasarawa United 1-0
02/07 14:00 23 Katsina Utd v Heartland FC 1-0
02/03 16:30 22 [13] Kwara United v El Kanemi Warriors [5] 2-0
02/03 15:00 22 [7] Enugu Rangers Intl FC v Ikorodu City FC [6] 2-0
02/03 15:00 22 [17] Bendel Insurance v Katsina Utd [14] 1-0
02/03 14:00 22 Lobi Stars FC v Enyimba 0-1
02/02 15:00 22 [20] Nasarawa United v Niger Tornadoes [7] 2-0
02/02 15:00 22 [8] Abia Warriors v Akwa United [19] 2-0
02/02 15:00 22 [13] Heartland FC v Rivers United [3] 2-0
02/02 14:00 22 Kano Pillars v Bayelsa United 0-0
02/02 14:00 22 [16] Plateau United v Shooting Stars [2] 1-1
02/01 16:30 22 [15] Sunshine Stars FC v Remo Stars [1] 1-2
01/30 15:00 21 [3] Rivers United v Bendel Insurance [17] 2-2
01/30 15:00 21 Niger Tornadoes v Kwara United 2-1
01/30 15:00 21 Katsina Utd v Plateau United 1-0
01/30 14:00 21 [9] Enyimba v Heartland FC [13] 1-1
01/29 16:30 21 [3] Shooting Stars v Nasarawa United [20] 2-0
01/29 15:00 21 [1] Remo Stars v Abia Warriors [5] 3-2
01/29 15:00 21 [7] Ikorodu City FC v Kano Pillars [8] 4-1
01/29 15:00 21 [19] Akwa United v Lobi Stars FC [18] 1-1
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Wikipedia - Nigeria Premier Football League

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) (formerly the Nigeria Professional Football League) is the highest level of club football in Nigerian football league system. The Nigerian Premier League has suffered like many others, from the financial impact and dwindling fortunes since the late 2000s. It is fed into by the Nigeria National League (NNL). It is organized by the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Board headed by Gbenga Elegbeleye.

History

2017 season

Plateau United F.C. won the league on 9 September 2017, with a 2–0 victory over Rangers International F.C..

2018 season

In July 2018 the league was postponed indefinitely following crisis in the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF). Lobi Stars was declared as the sole representative of the league in the 2019 CAF Champions League as the team was at the top of the standings.

2019 season

The league consisted of 24 teams. Four were promoted from the Nigeria National League. Twenty teams remained from the previous season which was not completed. They were divided into two groups of 12 teams. The top three teams in each group contested for the title in the NPFL Super six championship playoff in Lagos. The People's Elephant finished at the top of the log with 12 points from five games.

Enyimba vs Kano Pillars is considered the biggest match of the season because of their rivalry and they remain the 2 teams yet to finish outside the top eight for 12 consecutive seasons.

The Nigeria Premier League (NPL), also known as the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL), is the top-tier professional football competition in Nigeria. Established in 1972, it is the most prestigious football tournament in the country, showcasing the best Nigerian football clubs and talented players. The league features a competitive format where teams compete annually to claim the championship, earn qualification for continental tournaments like the CAF Champions League and CAF Confederation Cup, and achieve national glory. Known for its passionate fan base and vibrant football culture, the Nigeria Premier League plays a vital role in developing local talent and promoting the sport across Nigeria. Clubs such as Enyimba International, Kano Pillars, and Heartland FC are among the league's most successful and popular teams. The league continues to grow in stature, contributing significantly to Nigeria's rich football heritage.