The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has directed all clubs in the top flight to establish functional websites within the next month. This decision was made at a one-day summit for club media directors held in Makurdi, Benue State.
The move aims to support social media platforms in driving engagement and securing revenue streams. NPFL Chief Operating Officer, Davidson Owumi, informed club media directors that a letter would be sent to clubs without websites, instructing them to set up theirs within a month.
Owumi also emphasized the importance of personal development for media officers to improve their skillset and contribute to their club’s engagement with fans and communities.
The summit featured presentations from resource persons, including NPFL Director of Media, Harry Iwuala, who spoke on becoming an effective club media officer. Multimedia journalist Andrew Randa discussed deploying multimedia tools to enhance club media functions.
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NPFL Head of Legal and Compliance, Uche Egbe, explained relevant codes and rules guiding club officers’ conduct. Other speakers included Lazarus Ibeabuchi, head of public relations at StarTimes, and Andrew Ekejiuba of GTI Assets Management.
The 2024/25 NPFL season is set to begin on August 31 with an opening fixture between reigning champions Enugu Rangers and Federation Cup winners El-Kanemi Warriors.
This initiative demonstrates the NPFL’s commitment to promoting Nigerian football and enhancing fan engagement. By establishing websites, clubs can increase their online presence, share updates, and attract sponsors, ultimately contributing to the growth of the sport in Nigeria.
