The Nigeria National League (NNL) has announced the fixtures and prize money for the 2025/2026 Super 4 competition. The draw took place in Lagos on Friday, with matches scheduled from May 4 to May 8 at Remo Stars International Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State.
Sporting Lagos will open the tournament against Ranchers Bees, marking their return to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). Ranchers Bees are returning to the top flight after an 18-year absence.
Doma United, another NPFL returnee, will face debutants Inter Lagos in the second Matchday 1 fixture. Matchday 2 features Ranchers Bees versus Inter Lagos and Sporting Lagos against Doma United.
The final matchday will see Doma United play Ranchers Bees, while Inter Lagos meet Sporting Lagos.
Chichi Nwoko, Chief Executive Officer of Toptier Sports Management, announced the winner will receive N10 million, with the other three teams getting N2 million each. "Our ambition for the league is clear, as reflected in the prize money and other incentives," she said.
The event was attended by National Sports Commission Director-General Bukola Olopade, NFF President Ibrahim Gusau, and Remo Stars Chairman Kunle Soname. Former Nigerian internationals Victor Ikpeba and Daniel Amokachi were also present.
Toptier Sports Management is offering N10 million to the Super 4 winner while the three losing teams get just N2 million each, a gap that could weaken competitive balance. Teams risking injury and effort in the tournament receive 80% less than the champions. This structure favours a single winner over broad development, despite claims of repositioning the league. For clubs rebuilding after long absences, like Ranchers Bees, the reward system may reflect more ambition than equity.
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