By ALEX ENEBELI

Gov. Peter Mbah of Enugu State has congratulated Rangers International FC on winning their ninth league title and second under his administration.

Mbah said the club’s players and management made Enugu proud and etched their names in gold by following the path of legends.

Rangers won the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League title after defeating Ikorodu City FC 2-1 on Sunday at Onikan Stadium, Lagos.

The victory saw Rangers finish the season with 68 points, one ahead of Rivers United, which defeated Katsina United 3-0 in Port Harcourt.

Reacting in Enugu on Sunday, Mbah praised the club’s determination and success throughout the campaign.

“On behalf of the government and people of Enugu State, I convey our profound congratulations on your deserved and hard-fought ninth league title.

“You have not only reclaimed the title won in the 2023/2024 season, but restored Enugu’s glory as a hub of champions.

“You have reenacted the heroics of Rangers of old and walked the path of our revered legends,” he said.

The governor said the triumph justified his administration’s investments in Rangers and sports development across the state.

He added that the victory was a morale booster ahead of the 27th National Sports Festival, which Enugu will host in November. (NAN)

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