NPFL Champions Remo Stars adopt modern home ahead of new season

Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions, Remo Stars, have announced that the MKO Abiola Sports Arena, Abeokuta, will serve as their temporary home ground for the 2025/26 season, which kicks off on Friday, August 22, 2025.

The Sky Blue Stars confirmed the decision on Monday, citing ongoing renovation works at their Ikenne home ground.

“Due to ongoing renovations at our stadium in Ikenne, the club can confirm a temporary home ground, the MKO Abiola Sports Arena, Kuto, Abeokuta.

“Come through, make some noise, and let’s turn Abeokuta into a fortress together. A return home is however, imminent,” the club said in a statement.

Remo Stars will begin their title defence at the Kuto-based arena against last season’s runners-up, Rivers United, in what promises to be a fiery start to the campaign.

After their opening fixture, Daniel Ogunmodede’s men will hit the road to face newly-promoted Kun-Khalifat in Owerri, before returning to Abeokuta for a match against Warri Wolves.

The move to Abeokuta is expected to test Remo’s adaptability, but the champions are backing their fans to turn the temporary venue into a stronghold.

Remo Stars lifted their first-ever NPFL title last season in remarkable fashion, amassing 71 points, seven clear of Rivers United.