RismadarVoice Reporters
May 25, 2026
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Rangers International FC on winning the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title, describing the achievement as a testament to the club’s enduring legacy in Nigerian football.
Rangers secured the league crown with 68 points from 38 matches, finishing ahead of Rivers United to claim a record ninth domestic league title.
In a statement issued on Monday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President praised the club’s management, players and supporters for their successful campaign.
Tinubu also recalled the club’s dominance in the 1970s and 1980s, highlighting Rangers’ appearance in the 1975 African Cup of Champions Clubs final and their triumph in the 1977 African Cup Winners’ Cup.
“As one of the oldest clubs in Nigeria, Rangers have produced some of the nation’s finest football players who went on to make the country proud on the global stage. I am proud of their achievement,” the President said.
He further commended Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, stating that the club’s success reflects the state government’s investment in youth and sports development.
“I must also congratulate Governor Peter Mbah on the victory of Rangers International FC. This victory is an obvious fruit of his administration’s investments in youth and sports in the state,” Tinubu stated.
The President equally praised Rivers United for their impressive performance during the season and for demonstrating sportsmanship throughout the competition.
Tinubu wished both Rangers and Rivers United success as they prepare to represent Nigeria in next season’s CAF Champions League.
