Football fans in Nigeria were celebrating everywhere after Arsenal finally won the Premier League title.
The victory sparked excitement at viewing centres and on social media.
For people in Nigeria who support Arsenal this moment was very special. It was not about winning a trophy, It was about the end of years of being so close but not quite getting it. It was about the end of years of people making fun of them because they had not won in a time.
Arsenal won the 2025/2026 Premier League title. This was their latest title since the 2003/2004 season when they were really good and did not lose any games.
Arsenal won the title because Manchester City did not get the points they needed towards the end of the season.
Fans in Nigeria this was the first time they got to see Arsenal win the league title. it reminded them of the old days when players like Thierry Henry and Patrick Vieira and Robert Pires were on the team.
Since that good season a long time ago Arsenal fans have been frustrated. They have had to deal with their team not doing and losing when it mattered. They have had to deal with teams making fun of them.
Now Arsenal has a new team with players like Bukayo Saka and Martin Ødegaard and Declan Rice and William Saliba, and they won the title.
For fans, especially those who like Bukayo Saka because he is from their heritage this win was very special.
After 22 years Arsenal fans do not have to wait anymore. The wait is finally over for Arsenal and their fans.
Arsenal fans, in Nigeria are really happy that their team won the Premier League title.
