By Amaechi Agbo
On Tuesday, Arsenal made history by winning the 2026 Premier League title with a match to go.
The Gunnars won the league after their rival Manchester City were held to a 1-1 draw thereby giving the London side unassailable 4 points as the league winds down this weekend
Mikel Arteta’s side had done their part a day earlier with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Burnley F.C.. The result moved Arsenal four points clear at the top with one game remaining, making it mathematically impossible for City to catch them.
The title sparked wild celebrations across Nigeria, where Arsenal enjoy one of the largest fan bases among English clubs.
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar led the celebrants in Nigeria as the fans marked a remarkable moment for their club after 22 years. Arsenal last won the league in 2004.
Atiku said: “Congratulations to Arsenal on a well-deserved Premier League victory… North London is red again.”
Businessman Tony Elumelu celebrated by sharing a video in an Arsenal shirt with the caption: “EPL champions 2026.”
Singer Tiwa Savage wrote: “Congratulations to Us Arsenal, The champions of England.”
Former Arsenal striker Nwankwo Kanu wrote: “KAN U believe it??? Arsenal Forever. The Gunners worked so hard for this. Difficult but they fought. Very well deserved. Come on you Gunners.”
Super Falcons star Asisat Oshoala posted: “22yrs no b beans oo…. Arsenal deserve am. I’m glad they won this early, more rest period for them ahead of the UCL final.”
Fuji musician Wasiu Alabi Pasuma posted: “We did it after 22 years. Congratulations to my fellow Arsenal fans. UP GUNNERS. Victory party coming soon.”
Other celebrities who joined the celebrations included singers Chike, Falz and Seun Kuti, as well as comedian Remote.
Pastor Dolapo also offered an apology after earlier predicting that Arsenal would not win the title.
Singer Davido announced his return to supporting Arsenal, posting simply: “Back a Gunner.” Rapper Odumodublvck responded: “Me and you never fight before. No be today e go start. I accept you back.”
Minister of Aviation Festus Keyamo celebrated with the message: “After 22 long years, we are FINALLY CHAMPIONS!! UP GUNNERS!!”
Victor Boniface marked the occasion by announcing a N1.5 million giveaway for Arsenal supporters.
