Sikiru Alimi, a prominent Nigerian footballer, has risen to become the highest-paid player in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), earning a monthly salary of ₦1.3 million. Born on March 23, 1996, in Lagos, Alimi currently plays as a striker for Remo Stars FC, a club based in Sagamu, Ogun State, which he joined in the 2022 NPFL season.
A Glimpse into His Journey
Alimi began his career in 2015 with Warri Wolves, after moving from First Bank FC. Although he started without a salary, his skill quickly made him a standout, leading to 12 goals in 31 appearances over two seasons. His impressive performances earned him a transfer to Sunshine Stars in 2016, where he scored another 12 goals in 45 appearances.
His career continued to soar when he joined Lobi Stars in 2018, netting 14 goals in 29 matches. This success led him to international stints, first in Tunisia with Stade Tunisien in January 2020, followed by a move to Maghreb Fez in Morocco later that year. While his time abroad was brief, his talents were recognized, and he returned to Nigeria in 2022 to play for Remo Stars.
A Game-Changer at Remo Stars
Alimi’s return to Nigerian football marked a new chapter in his career. He quickly became an essential part of Remo Stars, scoring 8 goals in 16 appearances in the 2022-2023 season. His performances played a key role in the club’s second-place finish in the 2023-2024 NPFL season. In that season, Alimi’s impressive tally of 15 goals in 33 appearances solidified his reputation as one of the league’s top strikers.
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