Remo Stars coach Daniel Ogunmodede has promised that his team will not relax in their remaining Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) fixtures, despite recently securing their historic first-ever league title.

Following their narrow 1-0 triumph over Niger Tornadoes, which clinched the championship on the same day club president Kunle Soname celebrated his 59th birthday, Ogunmodede made it clear that Remo Stars would maintain their competitive edge.

While acknowledging the desire to savour the club’s landmark achievement, Ogunmodede emphasised the importance of professionalism, particularly as their upcoming opponents, El-Kanemi Warriors and Ikorodu City still have critical objectives to chase.

Reflecting on his decade long journey at Remo Stars, the coach expressed profound pride, recalling his early days as an assistant and director of youth football before becoming head coach. Under his stewardship, the club finished third once and second twice and now stands proudly as champions.

Ogunmodede praised his players' efforts, especially Olamilekan Adedayo, who netted the decisive goal against Niger Tornadoes and was hailed as the club’s standout performer. Although he refrained from in-depth analysis of the match, Ogunmodede stressed the importance of building a legacy that would outlive the current generation.

"We must always be one step ahead," he stated, underlining Remo Stars’ commitment to continued excellence even beyond their recent success.

Editorial

We deeply respect Daniel Ogunmodede’s stance that true champions never rest on their laurels. It would be easy, even tempting, for Remo Stars to ease off the throttle after securing the NPFL title, yet their coach’s promise signals a mindset of sustained excellence.

Ogunmodede’s journey with Remo Stars encapsulates the rewards of patience, vision, and perseverance. His evolution from assistant to championship-winning head coach is a beacon of inspiration, demonstrating that loyalty and hard work still hold priceless value in football.

We are particularly impressed by his emphasis on building a structure that will endure beyond today’s triumphs. It is a refreshing philosophy in a world often obsessed with immediate results. Remo Stars’ title, underpinned by a thoughtful, long-term approach, sets a gold standard that others should aspire to emulate.

As the season winds down, we are confident Remo Stars will continue to uphold the spirit that brought them glory. Champions are not defined solely by trophies, but by their relentless pursuit of greatness and Remo Stars, under Ogunmodede’s leadership, have shown they are built for far more than a single title.

Did You Know?

1. Remo Stars' NPFL title is the first won by a South West club since Julius Berger FC’s triumph in 2000.


2. Daniel Ogunmodede is also an assistant coach with Nigeria’s senior national team, the Super Eagles.


3. Remo Stars were promoted to the NPFL just a few seasons ago, marking a rapid rise to prominence.


4. Kunle Soname, the club president, also owns Portuguese club C.D. Feirense.


5. The Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne was built to meet international standards and includes a FIFA-certified pitch.