The organisers of the Nigeria Premier Football League have released the schedule for the remaining games of the season, aiming to conclude by June 23rd with the Matchday 38 fixtures.
This decision, outlined in a circular signed by the league’s Chief Operating Officer, Davidson Owumi, and distributed to all clubs.
He said this will ensure that the clubs representing the country in the CAF inter-club competitions have ample time to prepare.
The revised fixture list includes Matchday 33 this weekend, followed by Matchday 34 on June 2nd. Matchday 35 is scheduled for June 9th, with Matchdays 36, 37, and 38 set for June 12th, 16th, and 23rd respectively.
In a statement, the NPFL COO said, “Having considered the circular from CAF scheduling preliminary club competition matches to start on August 16, we are seeking to arrange our remaining fixtures to be concluded on such a period to allow our clubs up to two months preparatory period to participate in the CAF Club matches.
“Pursuant to the above, we have solicited and secured one midweek window from the NFF from their President Federation Cup fixtures. Wednesday June 12th , will thus host our MatchDay 36 fixtures, which will see the last games of the season holding on June 22/23.
“It is our wish and expectation that there would be no further disruption of our schedule as we get going on Sunday, May 26 with MatchDay 33 fixture.
