Enormous Eagles captain Ahmed Musa has taken on a original danger off the pitch, as he’s been formally named the total manager of Nigeria Premier Soccer League facet, Kano Pillars
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The announcement came on Friday, confirmed in a statement from Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the spokesperson to Kano Hiss Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.
Per the release, Musa’s appointment adopted broad consultations with key figures in the soccer community, as a part of efforts to fortify the membership’s basis ahead of the 2025/2026 NPFL season.
For Musa, it’s a return to familiar ground. He as soon as contented fans at Kano Pillars alongside with his hotfoot and targets earlier than launching correct into a a success worldwide profession that saw him play in Europe and develop 111 caps for Nigeria making him the country’s most capped participant.
Now, the 31-365 days-venerable is getting correct into a leadership role at a time when the membership is in transition. Kano Pillars executed eighth in the correct-concluded NPFL season and for the time being have not any head coach following the exit of Usman Abdallah.
One in all Musa’s on the spot responsibilities might perhaps presumably just encompass appointing a original coach to steer the crew ahead.
In the legit statement, the Kano Hiss executive additionally announced the reconstitution of the membership’s administration board, following the expiration of the outdated board’s tenure.
The original leadership is anticipated to bring new route and fortify the crew’s performance next season.
Musa’s appointment has been met with reward across social media. Bashir Ahmad, ragged aide to ex-President Buhari, shared on X:
“Governor Abba Kabir of Kano Hiss has appointed our illustrious footballer @AhmedMusa718 as the original General Manager of Kano Pillars FC. Congratulations, Amadu.”
With his deep roots in the sport and trip on the final phrase stage, many are hopeful that Musa will bring a a success mentality to the Sai Masu Gida facet, each on and off the sphere.