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NPFL: Rangers salute Obaje on 100-goal career milestone

Rangers have celebrated forward Godwin Obaje for scoring his 100th goal in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL. Obaje reached the milestone after scoring the decisive goal in Rangers’ 1-0 victory away to Warri Wolves in Ozoro on Wednesday. The 30-year-old scored from the penalty spot after 11 minutes. “100 NPFL goals for Godwin Obaje! History […] NPFL: Rangers salute Obaje on 100-goal…

NPFL: Rangers salute Obaje on 100-goal career milestone

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has celebrated forward Godwin Obaje for reaching a significant milestone in his career, becoming the first player to score 100 goals in the league. Obaje scored the decisive penalty kick in Rangers' 1-0 victory over Warri Wolves, marking his 100th goal in NPFL. The 30-year-old striker, who began his career with Wikki Tourists in 2014, has played for various clubs across Africa and even abroad, including Slovakia, Tunisia, Ethiopia, and Oman.

Obaje was the top scorer in the 2016 Nigeria Professional Football League with 18 goals, showcasing his consistent goal-scoring prowess. His achievement has been celebrated by Rangers on social media, highlighting the historic milestone in the Nigerian football landscape.

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