Nigeria, March 12 -- Davidson Owumi is a well-known name in Nigerian football circles. He is a former star in the local league, a national team player, and one former footballer who has become better known for his administrative endeavours. Mr Owumi has administered teams like the famous Enugu Rangers and Warri Wolves and is the current CEO of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL).

He spoke with Premium Times during an NPFL match in Lagos on various issues surrounding the NPFL, including the past, present, and future aspirations of those running the league.

PT: Give us an overview of the league.

Owumi: Well, the league's history is well-known to almost everybody. You understand that you need to get your history right. Three y...