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We Are Set to Rebuild and Rebrand Rugby Game-Dr Are

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4 years ago

October 19, 2021

Joel Ajayi
President of Nigeria Rugby Federation Dr Ademola Are has reiterated his commitment to rebuild and rebrand the game of Rugby in the country to ensure Nigeria is back to the comity of Rugby nation.

Dr Are stated this in Ilorin, Kwara state while speaking with journalist at the ongoing 2021 edition of National Youth Games.
The former Director of Grassroots and Development Dr Are who was in Ilorin to assist ministry as well on the capacity of President of Rugby expressed that the Federation is working hard to bring all stakeholders’ together a move that believe if achieve, would go a long way in bring growth of the game in the country and beyond.

According to him, Rugby Federation has been a troublesome entity, but we are working hard to bring everyone together.
“We can’t condemn totally whatever thing that happened in the past.

“It’s our duty to come in and bring everybody together remove toga of ban on Nigeria, concentrate more of grassroots development and tap into various elite athletes home and abroad.”

While giving the hints on the line up programs for the Rugby, he said that: “By December the Federation is going to have a grassroots program in Delta state we got that approval.

“Also , by the end of October we shall be in Kenya for Rugby competition to be host by Kenya we are working hard to get approval and ensure Nigeria is back into comity of Rugby.”

He therefore solicited for the media support to enable the rebuild and rebrand the game in the country. “We have a house that we are trying to rebuild and rebrand and with your support we shall get there.” He appealed.

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NPFL Strikes ₦2.14 Billion Exclusive Broadcast and Data Management Deal to Drive Modernization and Expand Visibility

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2 hours ago

November 5, 2025

The Gleamer

By Joel Ajayi

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has sealed a landmark ₦2.14 billion Exclusive Broadcast and Data Management Agreement designed to modernize league operations, enhance transparency, and elevate the league’s global profile.

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on Wednesday at the Continental Hotel in Abuja, with NPFL Chairman, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye, leading the league’s delegation.

The agreement formalizes strategic partnerships with Inview Technologies Nigeria Limited, AS Production Hub Limited (ASPH), and Roundup Technologies Limited.

Under the terms of the deal, Inview Technologies Nigeria Limited will serve as a principal partner over a five-year period, investing a total of ₦2 billion, including an ₦800 million upfront payment to the NPFL.

In addition, Roundup Technologies Limited has entered into a ₦140 million agreement, bringing the combined value of both deals to ₦2.14 billion over five years.

The partnership covers exclusive broadcast, data management, and commercialization rights, all aimed at transforming the NPFL’s digital infrastructure and operational efficiency.

Through this collaboration, the league’s technology partners will deploy cutting-edge systems for data collection, analytics, and digital operations. These innovations are expected to enhance match reporting, performance tracking, player statistics, and club management, while improving fan engagement and ensuring greater transparency across all league activities.

While speaking, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye hailed the agreement as “a major milestone in the NPFL’s mission to modernize its operations and position Nigerian football among the best-managed leagues globally.”

Details soon………

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