Nigerian music heavyweights Davido and Burna Boy, along with other top stars, are set to headline the inaugural Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) All-Star Game, an event organized in partnership with Nilayo Sports Management Ltd., one of Nigeria’s leading sports marketing companies.
The game will feature a clash between the best players from the Northern and Southern regions of the NPFL, promising an exciting blend of sports and entertainment. NPFL Chairman, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye, highlighted during a press conference in Abuja that the All-Star Game aims to replicate the success of the Super 6 tournament, which garnered national attention last year.
Elegbeleye shared that the NPFL partnered with Nilayo Sports Management to enhance the league’s visibility and attract more sponsors. He revealed that the best players from the league would be split into Northern and Southern teams, with each player receiving a N1 million appearance fee. Celebrity coaches will also join the teams, earning N2 million for their roles.
In addition to the football showdown, performances by Davido, Burna Boy, and other stars will bring a dynamic entertainment element to the event, marking a major effort to boost the league’s profile and engage a wider audience.
With a mix of thrilling football and top-tier music performances, the NPFL All-Star Game is set to become a milestone event in Nigeria’s sports and entertainment landscape.
