NPFL Pre-Season Transfer Activity Intensifies Ahead of August Kickoff

Preparations for the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season have entered their final phase ahead of the tentative kickoff scheduled for the weekend of August 27–29, 2026.

Top-flight clubs across the country are actively reshaping their rosters to compete for the record ₦1 billion prize money announced by the National Sports Commission.

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Shooting Stars: The Ibadan-based side completed signings including midfielder Olakunle Akala from Kano Pillars, Abdulaziz Dalhatu from Niger Tornadoes, and Taheer Abubakar from Wikki Tourists.

Katsina United: The “Chanji Boys” unveiled 11 new players to rebuild their squad. Key arrivals include striker Samson Obi from Rivers United, Sierra Leonean goalkeeper Koroma Francis from Wilberforce FC, and former Akwa United captain Ubong Essien.

Kano Pillars & Promoted Sides: Kano Pillars secured defensive reinforcements in Fabian Nworie and Obassa Adeniyi from Remo Stars. Newly promoted sides, including Sporting Lagos and Ranchers Bees, have also added experienced top-flight players to ensure stability in the division.