The Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) board has given its approval for a significant increase in the payment of referees for the upcoming 2023-24 season. This welcome development comes in the form of a 30% increment and has received support from the league’s strategic partners, GTI Assets Management.
Gbenga Elegbeleye, the Chairman of the NPFL, shed light on the rationale behind this decision, explaining that the increase is a response to the rising cost of transportation across the country. He also acknowledged the impact of the removal of fuel subsidies on transportation costs.
Elegbeleye emphasized that the 30% allowance boost for match officials is a necessary step to ensure fairness and maintain the integrity of the league.
The eagerly awaited new season is set to kick off on Saturday, September 9, with an exciting opening fixture between Shooting Stars (3SC) and Plateau United, scheduled to take place at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Adamasingba, Ibadan. Football enthusiasts can look forward to an action-packed season ahead.