Seven Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) players have secured spots in Nigeria’s 23-man U23 national team squad ahead of their upcoming two-legged 2028 Olympic Games qualifying tie against the Democratic Republic of Congo.

The players were chosen following an intensive two-week training camp held in Ikenne, where 24 domestic league players competed for final selection into the Olympic Eagles' setup.

Following the conclusion of the camp, the coaching staff trimmed the domestic contingent, releasing the remaining 17 players on Saturday morning to rejoin their respective NPFL clubs in time for this weekend's league fixtures.

Selected Players

 Aderemi Adeoye

 Attata Michael

 Clinton Andy

 Muiz Adeleke

 Odinaka Alfred

 Ochobi Elias

 Sugau Aliyu

Released Players

 Zachariah Timothy

 Igwilo Chimobi

 Wonah Williams

 Olaniyan Gafar

 Shuaibu Sanni

 Simeon Habila

 Eventus Jude

 Zion Hillary

 Igboke Keneth

 Samuel Okechukwu

 Lucky Orabo

 Salihu Mohammed

 Subi Ebitimi Gift

 Harcourt Ebenezer

 Adeoye Jacob

 Oputa Chibueze

 Freedom Marvelous

The seven selected home-based stars will remain in camp to integrate with the rest of the squad as the Olympic Eagles intensify preparations for the pivotal qualifying clash against DR Congo.