In a moment that will forever be etched in Nigerian football history, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Remo Stars Football Club on their extraordinary triumph in the 2024-2025 Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) season — a victory that has not only crowned a dream but also illuminated the small town of Ikenne and Ogun State at large.
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In a glowing tribute, President Tinubu praised the Sky Blue Stars’ “hard work, discipline, and unyielding spirit,” celebrating their remarkable journey from NPFL newcomers to champions in just four short years. The President highlighted the team’s resilience, noting their courage in overcoming three consecutive near-misses before finally seizing the coveted title.
“This is not merely a victory,” President Tinubu said, “but a powerful reminder that perseverance, vision, and teamwork can conquer the tallest of mountains. Remo Stars have shown the heart of true champions.”
Special commendation was reserved for Mr. Kunle Soname, the visionary owner and chairman of Remo Stars, whose unwavering commitment to grassroots development has transformed the club into a powerhouse. President Tinubu applauded Soname’s monumental investment in sports infrastructure, particularly the state-of-the-art stadium in Ikenne, which he described as a “beacon of hope for Nigerian youth and a model for sustainable sports development.”
Now, as newly crowned Nigerian champions, Remo Stars will fly the nation’s flag in the prestigious CAF Champions League. President Tinubu urged the team to harness the same grit and focus that brought them domestic glory, expressing his confidence in their potential to conquer Africa.
He also called on millions of Nigerian football fans to unite behind Remo Stars, offering their fervent support as the club steps onto the continental stage.
“The Sky Blue Stars now carry not just the dreams of Ikenne, but of an entire nation. Let us all stand with them as they pursue greatness across Africa,” President Tinubu said.
From humble beginnings to national heroes, Remo Stars’ dazzling rise proves that with faith, fortitude, and fearless ambition, no dream is too distant.
