Nasarawa United striker Anas Yusuf is set to be crowned the top scorer of the 2024/25 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, earning him the prestigious Eunisell Boot Award with a cash prize of ₦3.6 million.
Yusuf netted an impressive 18 goals throughout the season, securing his position at the top of the NPFL goals chart. The award, which values each goal at ₦200,000, will be presented at a ceremony scheduled for Friday, June 13, 2025, at the Radisson Blu Hotel in GRA Ikeja, Lagos.
A Prestigious Recognition
The Eunisell Boot Award, launched in 2018, has established itself as one of the most respected individual honors in Nigerian football. The award not only celebrates exceptional goal-scoring talent but also aims to elevate the profile of players in the domestic league.
With this achievement, Yusuf becomes the second Nasarawa United player to receive the award, following in the footsteps of Sunusi Ibrahim who won it in 2019. This success further cements Nasarawa United's reputation for developing prolific forwards in the Nigerian top flight.
Previous winners of the award include notable names such as Junior Lokosa, Mfon Udoh, Israel Abia, and Chijioke Akuneto – all of whom have made significant marks in Nigerian football.
Eunisell's Commitment to Nigerian Football
Chika Ikenga, Group Managing Director of Eunisell, West Africa's leading specialty chemicals and oilfield solutions company, praised Yusuf's performance and reaffirmed the company's dedication to promoting excellence in Nigerian football.
"At Eunisell, we reward hard work, excellence, and talent. The Eunisell Boot is not just a trophy, it's a symbol of belief in Nigerian football. Celebrating Anas Yusuf's 18 goals shows what's possible when potential is nurtured," Ikenga stated.
This year's award holds special significance as Eunisell marks a decade of involvement in Nigerian football, including its ongoing sponsorship of Abia Warriors since 2015.
"We're proud to celebrate 10 years of impact in the Nigerian game. Recognizing players like Yusuf shows our belief in the future of local football," Ikenga added.
A Breakthrough Season
Yusuf's remarkable 2024/25 campaign has drawn widespread attention from football analysts and fans who have praised his consistency, sharp finishing abilities, and exceptional work ethic throughout the season.
His landmark season has not only brought pride to Nasarawa United but has also caught the attention of scouts both within Nigeria and internationally, potentially opening doors for future career advancement.
As the Nigerian football season concludes, Yusuf's achievement stands as a testament to the quality and potential of talent in the NPFL, reinforcing the importance of recognizing and rewarding excellence in the domestic league.
Stay updated with the latest sports news! Follow BenriNews on social media:
