The competition, scheduled to run from May 4 to May 8, will open with a fixture between Sporting Lagos and Ranchers Bees.
Remo Stars’ coach, Usman Abdalla, acknowledged the struggles but commended his players’ fighting spirit despite the setback.
Mr Folarin admitted the outcome fell short of expectations.
Kwara United FC 0-0 Shooting Stars FC.
They are the first privately-owned club to win the NPFL title since Julius Berger in 2000.
Remo Stars player, Sadiq Ismai, hailed his teammates for withstanding Enyimba and neutralising their fire power.
Lönnström took charge of the final training session ahead of the NPFL Matchday 10 against Remo Stars in Ikenne on Sunday.
Gombe United Football Club drew goalless with the visiting Remo Stars of Ikenne to remain in the bottom spot of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) log.
“That is the coach we have gone for,” Bassey said.
The team defeated Remo Stars in a penalty shootout in the final on Sunday.
