Get to know facts about the richest football club in Nigeria, its source of income, and its highest-paid footballer. Also, learn about the most successful team and the oldest team in Nigeria. So come with us as we explore more from the financial background of the football world.

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Which is the richest football club in Nigeria?

Ifeanyi Ubah F.C. is the wealthiest team in Nigeria. It is owned by famous politician and Businessman Dr Patrick Ifeanyi. He bought the club in 2015 and named it after himself. He injects part of his money into the club, with ticket sales and kit sales making money. It is located in Nnewi, Anambra.

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Profile summary

Full name: Ifeanyi Ubah FC
Nickname: Anambra Warriors
Founded: 1997
Coach: Uche Okagbue
Captain: N/A
Home ground: Ifeanyi Ubah F.C. International Stadium
Capacity: 18000
Net worth: N/A

Which is the richest football club in Nigeria in 2022?

As of January 2022, Ifeanyi Ubah F.C. is the richest club. Politician and businessman Dr. Patrick Ifeanyi owns it. Their headquarters are at Nnewi, Anambra state.

Top nine richest football clubs in Nigeria

The top nine wealthiest teams are;

Ifeanyi Ubah FC
Kano Pillars FC
Akwa United FC
Lobi Stars FC
Enyimba FC
Heartland F.C.
Sunshine Stars
Plateau United
Rangers F.C.

Which football club is the richest in Nigeria?

Ifeanyi Ubah F.C. is the wealthiest team in Nigeria. They changed the team's name to the coaches after he acquired it in 2015. It is one of the only teams being run privately in the league. But what are the other richest soccer clubs in Nigeria?

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Which is the oldest football club in Nigeria?

Enugu Rangers are the oldest club. It was founded in 1970. Their home ground is Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu. Their squad mainly has locals with a few foreigners. They have won one NPFL trophy. As of January 2022, they sit third on their league rankings this season.

Profile summary

Full name: Enugu Rangers
Nickname: Flying Antelopes
Founded: 1970
Coach: Salisu Yusuf
Captain: Olusesi
Home ground: Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium
Capacity: 22000
Net worth: N/A

Which is the most successful football club in Nigeria?

Enyimba FC is the most successful club. They have won two CAF champions League trophies which is quite impressive. They have also won six NPFL titles and three Federation cups. No other club comes close. They also tend to be one of the wealthiest African teams.

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Full name: Enyimba FC
Nickname: People's elephant
Founded: 1976
Coach: Finidi George
Captain: Austin Oladapo
Home ground: Enyimba International Stadium Aba
Capacity: 16000
Net worth: N/A

List of football clubs in Nigeria

Top teams in playing in the Nigerian premiere League include:

Kwara United
Niger Tornadoes
Shooting Stars Sports Club
Lobi Stars F.C.
Akwa United
Remo Stars FC
Wikki Tourists
Enyimba Aba
Enugu Rangers IFC
Katsina United FC
Nasarawa United
Kano Pillars
Sunshine Stars
Rivers United F.C.
Plateau United FC
MFM FC
F.C. Heartland
Gombe United F.C.
Dakka F.C.
Abia Warriors F.C.

Who is the highest-paid footballer in the Nigeria Professional Football League?

The highest-paid player is Theophilus Afelokhai. He plays for Rivers United. He plays as a goalkeeper. The skipper is 33 years old at the time of writing. He was born on 7th April 1988. He currently earns up to $2889 after joining Rivers United from Enyimba in 2020.

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Ifeanyi Ubah F.C. is definitely the richest football club in Nigeria. Their wealthy owner pumps money into the club together with sponsorships and lucrative deals. They have had different owners in their earlier years but hope to stay longer with the current. Hopefully, they get to lift some silverware.

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