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GTI Commends NSC, NFF for Commitment to NPFL Transformation
Following the significant increase to the prize money for winners of Nigeria’s top-flight football league, strategic partners to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), GTI Asset Management & Trust Limited, have commended the National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) for their renewed commitment to the development and transformation of the NPFL.
This was detailed in a press statement in Lagos, under the signature of its Head of Media and Publicity, Andrew Ekejiuba, the GTI described the decision as a bold and encouraging step that reflects the determination of Nigeria’s sports administrators to reposition the NPFL as a more competitive and commercially attractive league, in line with the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
“GTI commends this progressive initiative. Increasing the NPFL prize money sends a strong statement of intent that will undoubtedly motivate clubs, improve competitiveness, and send the right signals to investors and stakeholders about the future of Nigerian football. Additional financial commitment from the NSC to strengthen the operations of the NPFL will further accelerate its development,” Ekejiuba said.
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He also paid tribute to NPFL Board and GTI Group, for their unwavering commitment over the past four years to advancing and repositioning the league through innovative reforms, strategic investments, and a clear vision for sustainable football development.
“The contributions of GTI Group cannot be overlooked. Over the last four years, we have remained steadfast in supporting the NPFL and helping to lay the foundation for a more structured, commercially viable, and globally competitive football league. Our vision and commitment have continued to inspire confidence in the future of Nigerian club football, particularly through the extensive work of strengthening the league’s corporate governance, commercial value and making it more attractive to investors.”
Ekejiuba emphasized that effective synergy among football’s key institutions is essential for meaningful progress.
“This collaboration is not an end in itself but a means to an end, because it serves as catalyst upon which the real work continues.”
While expressing optimism about the recent developments, Ekejiuba cautioned against premature celebration.
“It is not yet time to celebrate because there is still a great deal of work to be done. Beyond increasing prize money, we must continue to strengthen governance, improve club licensing, enhance infrastructure, improve quality of production, create efficient content and data management, ensure financial accountability, deepen fan engagement, and build confidence among corporate Nigeria and international investors.
“In line with GTI’s vision, our commitment remains to work closely with the NPFL in order to build an accountable, transparent, and conducive football ecosystem that will naturally attract more partners, corporate sponsors, and investors to Nigeria’s elite league. This is how sustainable growth is achieved and a clear pathway to building one of Africa’s most respected football leagues.
“This collaboration between the NSC and NFF further compliments the efforts of the NPFL Board and GTI. We therefore, welcome more partners to join this transformation journey because the current value including the grant recently announced represents less than two per cent of the league’s overall potential revenues which we expect to unlock over the next five years,” he concluded.
Nigeria’s Super Falcons have unveiled a striking new 10-star jersey ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), celebrating the team’s unparalleled success on the African continent.
The newly designed kit features 10 stars encircling the team’s badge, with each star representing one of Nigeria’s 10 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations titles.
The symbolic design reflects the Super Falcons’ legacy as the most successful side in the history of the competition.
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The nine-time defending champions first wore the special jersey during Thursday’s 2-1 international friendly victory over Tanzania’s Twiga Stars, giving supporters a glimpse of the new look ahead of the continental showpiece.
Justin Madugu’s team will now turn its attention to Morocco, where it will be aiming to capture a record-extending 11th WAFCON title and further cement its dominance in African women’s football.
The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations is scheduled to begin on Saturday, with Nigeria opening its title defence against tournament debutants Malawi on Tuesday at the Al Madina Stadium in Rabat.
See the jersey below
The German Football Association (DFB) has officially appointed former Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund manager Jurgen Klopp as the new head coach of the country’s men’s national football team.
Klopp, 59, replaces Julian Nagelsmann, who departed following Germany’s disappointing campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The announcement was made on Friday during a press conference in Frankfurt by DFB President Bernd Neuendorf.
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Neuendorf confirmed that Klopp has signed a contract that will run until the summer of 2030, keeping him in charge through the next FIFA World Cup, which will be co-hosted by Morocco, Spain and Portugal. He added that Klopp will officially assume his new role on August 15.
Speaking during the unveiling, Neuendorf expressed confidence that Klopp is the right man to restore Germany’s status as one of world football’s elite nations.
Germany’s latest World Cup campaign ended in disappointment after a penalty shootout defeat to Paraguay in the Round of 32.
The exit marked the country’s third consecutive poor World Cup performance since lifting the trophy for a fourth time in Brazil in 2014.
The four-time world champions also failed to progress beyond the group stage at the 2018 and 2022 editions, while their only knockout victory in the last five major tournaments came during Euro 2024, where they reached the quarter-finals on home soil.
Klopp had previously indicated his interest in leading the national team after Nagelsmann’s departure earlier this month.
Widely regarded as one of football’s most successful managers, Klopp built his reputation at Mainz before guiding Borussia Dortmund to domestic success.
He later transformed Liverpool into one of Europe’s dominant clubs, winning multiple major trophies, including the UEFA Champions League and the English Premier League.
Germany will now look to Klopp to oversee a long-term rebuild and guide the national team back to competing for major international honours.
Spain’s celebrations after winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup were overshadowed by tragedy after a 13-year-old boy died and several others were injured when a fountain collapsed during jubilant scenes in the western Spanish town of Ciudad Rodrigo.
The heartbreaking incident occurred shortly after Spain secured a historic 1-0 victory over Argentina in the World Cup final, ending a 16-year wait for the country’s second global football title.
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According to local authorities, emergency services received multiple distress calls at around 12:30 a.m. local time after a fountain packed with celebrating fans suddenly collapsed.
In a statement posted on Facebook, Ciudad Rodrigo City Hall confirmed the teenager’s death and expressed condolences to the victim’s family.
“The city hall of Ciudad Rodrigo expresses its sadness and presents its condolences for the death of a boy of 13.”
The municipality described the incident as a devastating turn of events, saying: “What should have been a celebration of Spain’s team in the football World Cup turned into tragedy.”
Emergency services also confirmed that another youth was injured in the collapse, while several others sustained injuries as rescue teams rushed to the scene.
Local media reported that the fountain gave way under the weight of dozens of fans who had climbed onto the structure to celebrate Spain’s World Cup triumph.
The fatal accident cast a somber mood over celebrations across the football-loving nation, with many expressing grief just hours after Spain’s memorable victory on the world stage.
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