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  By Muzammil Dalha Yola  Chairman of Kano Pillars Football Club, Ali Muhammad Umar (Nayara) has expressed heartfelt appreciation to the team's esteemed fans for their overwhelming support during the club's first game of the season at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Sunday. The highly anticipated NPFL Match Day 12 encounter against Heartland FC ended in a draw, but Nayara praised the fans' unwavering passion, dedication, and sportsmanship. "Your energy and encouragement remain the driving force behind our success," Nayara said. "Together, we will achieve greatness." He also commended the technical crew and players for their hard work, resilience, and dedication. Nayara emphasized the importance of unity, urging fans to continue supporting the team and promoting the image of Kano Pillars and the people of Kano. "Let us unite as one family and work towards making Kano Pillars FC and the Nigeria Premier Football League a beacon of excellence," he state

  By Muzammil Dalha Yola  The Kano SWAN Excellence Awardee and Chairman of AK Babes, Alhaji Muntari AK, is set to tie the knot with his beloved wife, and to celebrate this joyous occasion, a special wedding ceremony cup has been organized. The tournament, featuring 64 teams with  knockout format will take place from November 18 to 24, 2024, at the Mahaha Sports Complex. Fixture Schedule : Monday, November 18: - Tokarawa City vs. Kaduba Fagge FC (Diso Field, 4 pm, reporting time 3 pm) - FC She She vs. Diso United (She She Field, 4 pm, reporting time 3 pm) Tuesday, November 19: - Golden Bullet vs. Gaida United (Sheshe Field, 4 pm, reporting time 3 pm) Wednesday, November 20: - Sharada United vs. Salanta United (Sharada Field, 4 pm, reporting time 3 pm) - FC Raula Diso vs. Kabuga United (F'A One Field, 4 pm, reporting time 3 pm) - Indabawa City vs. Almeria FC (F'A Two Field, 4 pm, reporting time 3 pm) - Kano Ambassador FC vs. An Warious FC (Ambassadors Field, 4 pm, reporting time

... Nigerian Super Eagles Soar to AFCON 2025 Qualification... By Muzammil Dalha Yola  Senator Abdurrahman Kawu Sumaila, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Sports, has congratulated the Nigerian Super Eagles on their impressive qualification for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 in Morocco. With just one game remaining, the team's 1-1 draw against Benin Republic in Abidjan secured their spot in the tournament. Sumaila, representing Kano North, praised the team's outstanding performance, particularly highlighting Victor Osimhen's remarkable achievement. Osimhen's 23 goals in 37 appearances for the Super Eagles have earned him the joint second spot alongside legendary Segun Odegbami in the all-time top scorers list, just behind Rashidi Yekini's 37 goals in 58 appearances. This achievement is a testament to the team's hard work and dedication. As Sumaila noted, the Super Eagles' qualification is a proud moment for Nigeria, and he urged the team to continue

... Ali Nayara Calls on Fans to Unite as Team's Home Return Gets NPFL's Green Light... By Muzammil Dalha Yola  Chairman of Kano Pillars Football Club, Ali Muhammad Umar (Nayara), has made a passionate appeal to fans of the Masu Gida to demonstrate their characteristic enthusiasm and discipline as the team prepares to return to their home ground, Sani Abacha Stadium, for their match day 12 encounter against Heartland FC of Owerri. Nayara's plea came during the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) inspection team's visit to the renovated Sani Abacha Stadium on Wednesday. The chairman expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Kano State Governor, Engineer Abba Kabir Yusuf, and Commissioner of Youth and Sports Development, Honourable Mustapha Rabiu Kwankwaso, for their swift response to the stadium's renovation and consistent financial support. "We are deeply indebted to Governor Yusuf and Commissioner Kwankwaso for their unwavering commitment to our great club,&

By Muzammil Dalha Yola  The Nigerian Tennis Federation (NTF) has approved the dates for the 37th edition of the Dala Hard Court Tennis Championships, scheduled to take place in Kano State from November 15 to 23, 2024. In a press briefing by the Tournament Director Yusuf Datti, stated that, the top 20 ranked men and 10 ranked ladies have been invited to participate in the main draw. The preliminary rounds will run from November 15 to 17, with the main draw commencing on November 18. This year's budget is projected to be higher due to rising prices, but organizers are optimistic about receiving support from main sponsors TGI Limited, Fidelity Bank Plc, and First Bank of Nigeria. "We're grateful for the continued support of our sponsors and corporate organizations," Datti said. "Their contributions enable us to deliver a world-class tournament." The organizing committee will provide accommodation and feeding for national officials and players. Kano State Govern

By Muzammil Dalha Yola  The Coordinator of the Gusau/Ahlan Cup, Abahuraira Dahiru, has hailed Ahmed Musa's return to the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL), describing it as a credit to the league's growing reputation. Musa, Nigeria's national team captain, recently signed for Kano Pillars, sparking excitement among football fans in the country. Dahiru, who has been instrumental in promoting grassroots football through the Gusau/Ahlan Cup, believes Musa's return will elevate the NPFL to greater heights. "Ahmed Musa's decision to return to the NPFL is a testament to the league's growth and potential," Dahiru said. "This move is not just a boost to Kano Pillars but to Nigerian football as a whole." Dahiru drew parallels with Sani Kaita's similar move in the past. "Sani Kaita, another Nigerian international, returned to the NPFL and played for FC Ifeanyi Uba and Enyimba FC before returning to Europe. This trend of elite player