June, 29 2023.
Organizers of the inaugural edition of the season ending Naija Super 8, will prior to Thursday's draw to determine the fixtures and order of play, unveil the two wildcard teams to be admitted to the money spinning tournament.
Reigning NPFL Champions, Enyimba of Aba 2023 Federation Cup winners, Bendel Insurance of Benin, Remo Stars of Ikenne, Rivers United of Port Harcourt and the NNL duo of Yobe Desert Stars of Damaturu and Katsina United are the six qualifiers, from the Zonal Play-offs, held at the remodeled Akwa Ibom Stadium in Eket, last weekend.
Federation Cup semifinalists, Warri Wolves beaten 2023 Federation Cup finalists, Enugu Rangers and former four-time NPFL champions, Kano Pillars have been mentioned by pundits, as the possible wild cards pick by the organizers.
www.ckdmedia.ng also gathered that the Gbenga Elegbeleye led Interim Management Committee that organized a hugely successful NPFL season, that culminated in the Super Six play-offs in Lagos, will likewise see to the successful organization of the novel tourney christened Naija Super 8.
Thursday's draw will be conducted by former African footballer of the year, Victor Nosa Ikpeba and the Super Eagles legend will be assisted by scorer of the best goal, during the playoffs in Eket, Ini-Ogbong Okon of Bendel Insurance of Benin.
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