Honourable Babatunde Olaniyan, Chairman of Shooting Stars Sports Club of Ibadan (3SC), has been appointed to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Board.
This announcement was made on September 1, 2024, at a meeting of club owners in Abuja, sparking widespread excitement among football enthusiasts in the country.
Olaniyan’s appointment is seen as a testament to his exceptional leadership and result-oriented drive, which has transformed 3SC into a formidable force in Nigerian football.
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Under his guidance, the team has experienced a resurgence, with the stadium filled to capacity at every home match. His expertise and passion for the sport have earned him recognition and respect within the football community.
The former Deputy Speaker of Oyo State House of Assembly expressed his delight at the appointment, stating, “I am pleased to inform you that I have just been officially appointed as a member of the (NPL) Nigeria Premier League Board.” He also acknowledged the support of his fans, saying, “I sincerely appreciate your support at all times.”
Olaniyan’s appointment has been widely welcomed, with the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Oyo state chapter, sending their official congratulatory message to the club Chairman. Other stakeholders have also inundated him with messages, wishing him success in his new role.
As a member of the NPFL Board, Olaniyan is expected to bring his wealth of experience and knowledge to bear on the development of Nigerian football. His appointment is seen as a positive step towards enhancing the sport’s growth and competitiveness in the country.
In related news, the NPFL has announced the retention and release of players for the 2024/25 season, with Shooting Stars dropping and retaining several players. The full list of players has been released, generating interest among football fans.
With Olaniyan’s appointment and the new season’s player announcements, Nigerian football is poised for an exciting era of growth and development.
