Abuja, March 29, 2025 – The Nigeria National League (NNL) has expressed satisfaction with the high level of competition witnessed in the first half of the season. NNL Chief Operating Officer, Dr. Ayo Abdulrahman, praised the league’s competitive balance, emphasizing the impressive performances by teams and individual players. “The statistics reflect the strength of the teams and the quality of individual players this season,” Abdulrahman said while reviewing the league’s progress so far. Key Statistics from the First Half According to official league data, Inter Lagos FC’s Othuke Egbo leads the goal-scoring charts with seven goals, while Abdullahi Umar remains the only player to have scored a hat-trick this season. Inter Lagos FC and Dakkada FC have emerged as the most prolific teams in their respective conferences, each netting 14 goals. Wikki Tourists follow closely with 10 goals. However, Igbajo United, Jigawa Golden Stars, and Zamfara United have struggled in attack, managing just two goals apiece. Defensively, Warri Wolves and Mighty Jets have conceded the fewest goals, while Adamawa United recorded the highest number of goals scored overall. Second Half Set to Resume Next Month With the league’s first half completed, attention now shifts to the second stanza, set to commence next month. Teams will look to build on their performances as they compete for promotion and survival in the country’s second-tier league. Would you like any further refinements?
NNL Lauds Competitive First Half of the Season
