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Coach Kabiru Dogo officially resumes at Niger Tornadoes Niger Tornadoes FC has received a major boost with the return of Technical Adviser Coach Kabiru Suleiman Dogo, who has officially resumed duty ahead of the 2026/2027 Nigeria Premier Football League season. The President Federation Cup-winning tactician rejoined the Ikon Allah Boys in Bida on Saturday, where the team is currently engaged in its pre-season programme. Coach Dogo returns after a well-deserved break following his historic Federation Cup triumph with El-Kanemi Warriors. His arrival is expected to inject fresh energy into the squad as Niger Tornadoes intensifies preparations for the new campaign, with the experienced gaffer set to oversee the team's tactical development and fine-tune the players ahead of the new season. Recall that the tactician was unveiled by the club weeks ago before departing to Asaba where he led Elkanemi Warriors to win the President Federation cup.

Kwara FA Congress passes vote of confidence on Thuraya, approves Local Football Council elections The Congress of the Kwara State Football Association (KWSFA) has passed a unanimous vote of confidence on the leadership of the association under its Chairman, Mallam Idris Abdullahi Musa Thuraya, while approving August 25, 2026, for elections into the 16 Local Football Councils across the state. The resolutions were contained in a communiqué issued at the end of the KWSFA Congress held at the Football House, Ilorin, today, Saturday July 18, 2026. The Congress commended the Executive Governor of Kwara State, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, CON, for his administration's continued investment in sports infrastructure, particularly the upgrading and rehabilitation of facilities at the Rashidi Yekini Main-Bowl of the George Agbazika Innih Stadium Complex, Ilorin. According to the Congress, the improved facilities have significantly enhanced Kwara State's capacity to host majo...

Coach Kabir Dogo Clears Air on El-Kanemi Exit, Backs Gradual NPFL Salary Policy The 2026 President Federation Cup-winning coach, Kabir Dogo, has clarified the circumstances surrounding his departure from El-Kanemi Warriors, stating that his contract with the Maiduguri-based club had expired before he signed a new deal with Niger Tornadoes. Dogo made the clarification on Friday while featuring on the Kwara State chapter of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) Sports Hard Talk at the Taiwo Awoniyi Sports Media Centre, Stadium Complex, Ilorin. According to the experienced tactician, his contract with El-Kanemi Warriors expired on June 26, before the President Federation Cup final was postponed to July 11. He explained that although El-Kanemi Warriors wanted him to remain in charge, especially after leading the club to a historic President Federation Cup triumph over Ikorodu City in Asaba, he decided to move on in pursuit of greater career development. Speaking on t...

Kwara United appoints Ladi Ojokojo as Assistant Coach By Yemi Sodeeq Kwara United Football Club has appointed respected grassroots tactician Coach Ladi Ojokojo as its new Assistant Coach ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. The appointment was announced by the club's Chairman, Mr. Kumbi Titiloye , as part of a strategic restructuring of the technical crew aimed at strengthening the Harmony Boys for the new campaign. Ojokojo joins Kwara United with an impressive coaching pedigree, having established himself as one of the most successful grassroots coaches in the state. He is widely celebrated for his remarkable work with Kwara Football Academy , where he has consistently nurtured young talents and produced players who have progressed to professional football. Among his most notable achievements is leading Kwara Football Academy to two National Ramat Cup titles , a feat that underscores his tactical ability, player development expertis...

 Saheed Abdulkadir appointed Kwara United Team Manager By Yemi Sodeeq Kwara United Football Club has announced the appointment of former Welfare Officer, Saheed Abdulkadir , as the new Team Manager of the club ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. The appointment was part of a minor reshuffle within the club's technical and administrative structure approved by the Chairman, Mr. Kumbi Titiloye , as the Harmony Boys continue preparations for the new campaign. Abdulkadir, who previously served diligently as the club's Welfare Officer, earned the promotion following his commitment, professionalism and contribution to the smooth running of the team in recent seasons. A graduate of Sports Management from the National Institute for Sports (NIS), Lagos , Abdulkadir is widely regarded as an experienced sports administrator with a sound understanding of player management and team operations. His elevation to the role of Team Manager is expe...

El-Lado commends Moje Queens FC over NWFL Championship campaign The CEO of El-Lado transport services, Mallam Olatunji Muhammed has commended Moje Queens of Erin-Ile for their participation in the 2026 NWFL championship. The El-Lado boss made the remarks while briefly meeting the team in Asaba earlier today on their way back from Calabar where they had gone to participate in the championship. Moje Queens FC finished second position on the Group B log of the tournament having recorded one win, a draw and a loss. The El-Lado boss ,who is renowned philantropist and great supporter of sports development in Kwara State commended the team for their display at the tournament. He urged the team to remain focused and determined, adding that this year's experience will help them in the fight for promotion to the elite women league in Nigeria next season. "We are proud of your team for representing Kwara State well in the championship. I believe you have done so well. I urge ...