At just the start of the 2025/2026 season, the young attacking midfielder is redefining Wikki Tourists’ attacking flair with goals and confidence.
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) continues to showcase emerging stars, but few have captured the spotlight quite like Jonathan Mairiga, Wikki Tourists’ dazzling attacking midfielder. With four goals and one assist in eight appearances this season, the youngster has become the heartbeat of the “Giant Elephants” and a symbol of the club’s new era under coach Abdu Maikaba.
Kick-off To Final Whistle
Mairiga’s performances this season have been nothing short of sensational. His flair, composure, and creativity have turned heads across the NPFL. The 21-year-old has found the net against top-tier opposition including Rangers International, Shooting Stars (3SC), Abia Warriors, and Kwara United.
His most recent strike, a brilliant overhead kick in Wikki Tourists’ 2–0 victory over Shooting Stars, underlined his growing confidence and technical brilliance. It wasn’t just a goal; it was a statement; a declaration that the Bauchi-based midfielder is fast becoming one of the most exciting young prospects in Nigerian football.
In a league often dominated by experience, Mairiga’s maturity and consistency have made him indispensable. With three goals and an assist in his last five appearances, he has been instrumental in Wikki’s climb up the table. His ability to combine vision with precision makes him not just a goal threat but also a creative spark who brings teammates into play.
What This Means for Wikki Tourists
Coach Abdu Maikaba’s rebuilding project at Wikki Tourists has found its centerpiece in Mairiga. The youngster embodies the spirit of a side eager to re-establish itself among Nigeria’s elite. His hunger, discipline, and confidence mirror the club’s renewed ambition. Fans are beginning to see Wikki not just as competitors. But as genuine entertainers again.
The Big Picture
Fans and pundits alike have hailed Mairiga as one of the revelations of the 2025/2026 NPFL campaign. With European scouts reportedly monitoring NPFL talent this season, the Wikki Tourists prodigy may soon find himself on an even bigger stage. For now, his focus remains on keeping the goals coming and propelling his team higher up the league ladder.
Hot Sports Scoops will keep following Mairiga’s rise because the story of this “Bauchi Boy Wonder” is only just beginning.