NSC Increases NPFL Winner's Prize to N1 Billion
The Nigeria Sports Commission (NSC) has announced a landmark increase in the prize money for the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champion, raising it to N1 billion for the next season, up from the previous N200 million. This decision was made during a high-level strategic meeting held on Tuesday in Abuja, attended by NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko, NSC Director General Bukola Olopade, Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President Ibrahim Gusau, NFF General Secretary Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, and Super Eagles head coach Eric Chell.
The enhanced reward structure will also benefit the runner-up, who will receive N800 million, and the third-place team, which will earn N700 million. Additionally, teams finishing lower will receive financial rewards based on their final positions.
The NSC aims to improve player welfare by approving a minimum monthly salary of N2 million for NPFL players. This reform is intended to curb the exodus of talent abroad and make the league more attractive.
The NSC also plans to enhance club licensing regulations and return NPFL to mainstream television.
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