Sani Suleiman of Akwa United and Kennedy Boboye of Sunshine Stars have been named NPFL Player and Coach of the Month for May/June. Suleiman scored five goals, while Boboye led his team to four wins and one draw. Both have demonstrated exceptional skill and leadership.
Akwa United striker Sani Suleiman and Sunshine Stars coach Kennedy Boboye have been honored with the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Player and Coach of the Month awards for May/June. Suleiman, who netted five goals during the review period, has now won the award twice this season, amassing a total of 11 goals for the former NPFL champions. His outstanding performance saw him surpass other notable players such as Christian Pyagbara, Chijioke Mbaoma, Jonathan Alukwu, John Bassey, and Godwin Obaje.
On the coaching front, Kennedy Boboye's strategic prowess led Sunshine Stars to four victories and one draw in six matches. His exceptional leadership earned him the Coach of the Month accolade, outshining contenders like Meremu Okara of Bayelsa United, Majin Mohammed of Niger Tornadoes, and Fidelis Ilechukwu of Rangers.
This recognition underscores Suleiman's remarkable goal-scoring abilities and Boboye's tactical acumen, both of which have significantly contributed to their teams' successes. As the NPFL season progresses, fans eagerly anticipate more stellar performances from these award-winning figures.