Bankole Kayode bids emotional farewell to Remo Stars After TS Galaxy switch

By Oluwadamilola Olaleye

Goalkeeper Bankole Kayode has issued a heartfelt farewell to Remo Stars after completing a transfer to South African Premier Division club TS Galaxy, marking the end of a defining chapter in his career.

The 25-year-old played a crucial role in Remo Stars’ historic Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title triumph— the club’s first-ever top-flight championship—cementing his status as one of the league’s standout performers.

In a farewell message shared on his X (formerly Twitter) handle, Kayode reflected on his five-year journey with the Ikenne-based side, describing it as a period of personal and professional growth.

“I never thought a day like this would come, but every beautiful story has an ending. My time at Remo Stars has been nothing short of memorable,” he wrote.

“Together, we celebrated victories, endured draws, and learned from defeats. I am deeply grateful to the President of the club, the management, the coaching crew, my teammates, and the incredible fans for giving me the privilege of wearing the Sky Blue colours.”

Kayode’s departure signals the end of an era at Remo Stars, as he joins a growing list of key players exiting the club following their landmark NPFL campaign.

“After five unforgettable seasons, I announce my departure from the club. I wish Remo Stars continued success in all their future endeavors. No matter where I go, I will always remain a proud Sky Blue Warrior.”

Now headed to TS Galaxy, Kayode is set to embark on a new challenge in South Africa, with hopes of testing himself at a higher level and expanding his international profile.

The move represents a significant step in his career, as he joins a competitive league known for developing top African talent.

Remo Stars have yet to announce a replacement, but the departure of one of their most trusted figures between the posts marks a notable transition as the club prepares to defend its title in the upcoming NPFL season.

Samuel Ahmadu

Samuel Ahmadu is a distinguished multimedia journalist and women's football expert with over 15 years of experience in the industry. On the back of domestic engagement since 2008, he began his international career journey at Goal.com in February 2014, where he served as an African women's football correspondent for nearly eight years. During his tenure at Goal.com, Samuel covered major events such as three Women's Africa Cup of Nations (2016, 2018, 2022) and the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup in Canada plus 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. His work at Goal.com earned him widespread acclaim, particularly for his in-depth profiles of African football stars, notably Asisat Oshoala, whose rise he documented from her early years to her breakthrough at the FIFA U20 Women's World Cup in 2014. Prior to his role at Goal.com, Samuel freelanced for various print and broadcast media outlets in Nigeria, including Graphics Newspaper, Radio Nigeria, Grace FM, and Savid Newspaper. His extensive experience and expertise led to his appointment to the Nigeria Football Federation's Standing Committee on Women's Football Development from 2016 to 2018. Since February 2018, Samuel has been the Social Media Manager for Nigeria's women's national teams.In 2019, Samuel joined the Confederation of African Football (CAF) as a women's football content contributor and was promoted to Women's Football Editor in 2021. His contributions to women's football continued as he worked as a Media Consultant for Content Creation and Editorials at the 2022 CAF Women's Champions League. Currently, Samuel also serves as the spokesman for the Nigeria Women Football League, further solidifying his influence and dedication to the growth of women's football in Africa.

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