The Nigeria Premier School League (NPSL) is set to launch its U-16 Mini-League pilot competition from November 14 to 15, 2026, at the St. Gregory College Pitch in Ikoyi, Lagos.

The initiative is designed to bring schools together through a structured football competition, providing young players with an organised platform to showcase their talents and develop their skills.

Six schools will participate in the pilot edition: St. Gregory College, Archbishop Martin Collegiate, Whitesand Schools, Chrisland High School, Greensprings Schools and Roniks International School.

The competition will feature a total school prize pool of ₦1.75 million, while international representatives from Brentford FC, Plymouth FC and Wolverhampton FC are expected to attend.

Another major attraction of the initiative is the opportunity for players to access a UK football scholarship pathway of up to 50 per cent.

Through the pilot competition, the NPSL aims to strengthen school football and create opportunities for talented young players to gain exposure to international football development pathways.

The event is organised in partnership with TopPro Sports Management.