Nigeria-born striker Adepoju rejoins PSL side

Nigerian-born Malawian striker Babatunde Adepoju has rejoined South Africa’s Premier Soccer League (PSL) side Venda Football Club.

The 30-year-old confirmed that he had left Malawi’s FCB Nyasa Big Bullets following the end of his season-long loan spell.

In a statement, Adepoju confirmed that he was returning to the parent club, which campaigns in South Africa’s second-tier league called the Motsepe Foundation Championshipin the PSL

“Maule, my stay at the People’s Team has come to an end, as I will be returning to my club, Venda Football Club,” the club’s statement reads.

“I would like to thank the fans, fellow players and management of this club for the support, love and prayers. Your support helped me and Chiku to win the league golden boot award, though it is not enough to give you the league.”

The Nigerian arrived in Malawi in 2017 to sign for Masters Security FC, leading them to the Carlsberg Cup in 2018.

The towering forward went on to play for Wanderers in 2019 then jumped ship to rivals Bullets in 2021. He spent two seasons with Bullets before signing a two-year contract with Venda FC in 2023. He returned to the Blantyre-based team last season on loan.

Why Nigeria-born Adepoju is rejoining PSL Side Venda FC

In an interview with Pan-Africa Football, Adepoju said he was returning to Venda FC in the PSL to complete the remaining six months on his contract.

The TNM Super League leading scorer is a cult-hero at Bullets, having scored over 70 goals in over 100 appearances. Adepoju switched nationality to play for Malawi as he did not stand a chance of representing Nigeria.

The striker has achieved unparalleled success with the Malawi giants, winning two TNM Super League titles, FDH Cup and two Airtel Top 8 trophies.

Adepoju debuted for the Flames during a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against São Tomé and Príncipe in October. He is capped three times.

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