Nigeria Leagues
NPFL: Kano Pillars get new management board
By Wale Mustapha
The Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved the constitution of a new management board for Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side, Kano Pillars, for the next football season.
This was confirmed on Sunday in a statement signed by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Dawakin Tofa, in Kano.
The new management board consists of 14 members, with Alhaji Ali Muhammad Umar, popularly known as Nayara Mai Samba, as the chairman. Other members of the board include:
- Salisu Kosawa – Honorary Member
- Yusuf Danladi (Andy Cole) – Member
- Nasiru Bello – Member
- Muhammad Ibrahim (Hassan West) – Member
- Muhammad Usman – Member
- Muhammad Danjuma Gwarzo – Member
- Mustapha Usman Darma – Member
- Umar Dankura – Member
- Ahmad Musbahu – Member
- Rabiu Abdullahi – Member
- Abubakar Isah Dandago Yamalash – Media Director
- Ismail Abba Tangalash – Deputy Media Director
- Engr. Usman Kofar Naisa – Member
The new board will serve for an interim period of one year, with the potential for renewal based on the team’s performance in the upcoming seasons.
The Governor expressed confidence that the new board will bring their wealth of knowledge and experience to reclaim Kano Pillars’ lost glories in the coming season. Additionally, the Governor approved the appointment of Nigerian Super Eagles Captain Ahmed Musa as the Kano State Sports Ambassador, to motivate players and elevate the team’s recognition and prestige.
