Israel Adesanya Making Millions After Successful Stake on Game of Nigerian League.

Among the many African Diasporans includes UFC star Israel Adesanya, who has won millions of bettors in naira after successfully betting on a football match in Nigeria. Adesanya wagered on the contest between minnows Enyimba and Lobi Stars at the Enyimba International Stadium in Aba, the second match in the champions this season for the new 2024/25 season.

Diminished by their involvement in the CAF Confederation Cup playoffs, Enyimba triumphed over Lobi Stars 2-1. Not long after, they advanced to the group stage of the continental tournament following a penalty shootout of 3-2 victory over Etoile Filante of Burkina Faso – the only representative this year of all Nigerian clubs in the competition.

Adesanya posted the betting slip on his official X account, staking $4,000 (₦6.3 million) on the Enyimba win, which could garner a return of $5,920 (₦9.3 million) if exerted. His correct prediction came after two first half goals by Chinedu Chukwu Ufere and Eze Ekwutoziam aided Enyimba to edge out their opponents 2-1.

Adesanya’s latest move is viewed as an important contribution towards the growing visibility of the NPFL, which has been marred by lack of visibility, local interest and media coverage. Michael Adegbile, a Nigerian photojournalist and NPFL expert who spoke with Ultimate News via telephone, was full of praises for the effect that Adesanya’s support has had.

“Sports fixtures are now being bet upon by the rich and powerful who want attention and Israel Adesanya is no different from that he is a celebrity. He is a brand ambassador for Stake who are Enyimba’s shirt sponsors as well as brand sponsors of the league, which makes his participation a marketing plus for the Facebook page and the league as well.”It will be recalled that Adegbile hinted at the potential that Adesanya has to draw people to the NPFL and the need for taking advantage of such seasons.

“Now it is the turn of the football authority to use this power in their favor. Actually, these games need to be televised and the fans need to be able to get them, this is the real success of Nigerian football,” he stressed

The contributions by Adesanya have not only made him millions of dollars but have also drawn attention to the NPFL, thus starting a debate about how famous people can be used to improve the visibility and outrhttps://realinfolive.com/king-kanu-the-most-successful-nigerian-footballer-ever/each of domestic sports competitions.