Remo Stars Seal NPFL Glory on Kunle Soname’s Special Day

Remo Stars have captured their maiden Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title with a thrilling 1-0 victory over Niger Tornadoes, delivering the perfect birthday present for club president, Chief Kunle Soname, who turned 59.

In a pulsating encounter at Ikenne, it was Adedayo who scripted his name into club folklore by firing a spectacular strike into the net in the 84th minute. His goal sent the home supporters into a frenzy and secured the crucial three points needed to clinch the championship.

The triumph was a culmination of a dream season for the Sky Blue Stars, who have steadily risen through the ranks under Soname’s visionary leadership. From humble beginnings, Remo Stars have now ascended to the pinnacle of Nigerian football, etching their name into the history books.

Chief Kunle Soname, who founded the club, could not have asked for a more fitting gift as his team delivered a title win on such a significant personal milestone. The celebrations reflected the journey of a club that has been nurtured with care, ambition, and an unwavering belief in achieving greatness.

The story of Remo Stars’ rise is now an inspiring blueprint for other clubs aspiring to success against all odds.

Editorial

We marvel at the symmetry of fate and effort as Remo Stars secured their first NPFL title on the very day their founder and president, Chief Kunle Soname, marked his 59th birthday. It feels almost poetic that a man who dedicated years to building a footballing institution was rewarded in such glorious fashion.

The journey of Remo Stars is a testament to the value of persistence, strategic planning, and heartfelt passion. Many clubs dream of success, but few invest the patience and resources necessary to make it a reality. In our view, Remo Stars’ triumph is no accident; it is the inevitable reward for years of vision and tenacity.

We believe that Chief Kunle Soname’s influence extends beyond the club he founded. His model of private ownership, professional administration, and grassroots development offers a blueprint that can redefine Nigerian football if widely embraced. It reminds us that with the right leadership, dreams once dismissed as unrealistic can be spectacularly realised.

As we reflect on this remarkable achievement, our hope is that Remo Stars’ victory will inspire a new era of ambition and professionalism in Nigerian football. A club that once toiled in the lower leagues now reigns supreme, and in that triumph lies a powerful message: belief, structure, and resilience can move mountains.

Did You Know?

1. Remo Stars’ nickname, the “Sky Blue Stars,” reflects both their team colours and lofty ambitions.
2. Kunle Soname became the first Nigerian to own a European football club when he bought a major stake in Portuguese side C.D. Feirense.
3. Remo Stars were originally based in Lagos before relocating to Ikenne in Ogun State.
4. The NPFL title is the first for a privately founded club in Nigeria since the league’s professional era began in 1990.
5. Adedayo, the title-winning goal scorer, was promoted from Remo Stars’ youth academy only two seasons ago.