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Deputy Senate President, Barau Jubrin, Nigeria’s new Pillar Of Sports

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Open Letter To Our Dear Kano Governor- AKY:AN SOS To Kano Pillars FC

By Ahmad Rufai Bello Jr
I won’t say Kano PILLARS FC isn’t performing in the NPFL, but not exceptionally impressive considering its past antecedents.
Its current 8th position in the Nigerian premier League is not bad but deserves at least to be among the top 5 at all costs!
Please , our dear governor Abba Kabir Yusuf – AKY, do the needful to bridge the financial gap in the overall existence of this most marketable club in Nigeria.
Our excellent performances in the previous Leagues, resulting in winning numbers of the Premier League trophies were as the result of the players and management as well as the fans performance. But all these wouldn’t have happened without our past State governors’ all round support
I stand to testify that I was privileged to be among the Pillars entourage that travelled to Liberia, Central Africa Republique, Senegal, among others to report its great performance in the CAF champions League!
One may ask, CAF champions League?
Yes, the CAF champions League!!
I was also opportuned to be among those that were tasked to statistically assess the entire team’s/ individual performance.
Incidentally, the current captain, Rabiu Ali Pele was in that team.
The Kano State governors at their various times, then, gave this team all the desired support to win the league and delivered in the champions League.
Was that assemblage of players better than now? No. I repeat NO NO!.
Today’s PILLARS FC has
l1. Best Media reportage
2. Well coordinated fans club
3. Committed management
4. Young, talented and vibrant players and tech team ever ready to do it
5. A serious minded government, to mention a few.
What today’s PILLARS FC lack are:
* State government’s dedicated financial commitment to the club’s aspirations
* Vigorously aggressive marketing strategies to project Pillars big status to attract sponsors/ partners
* Highly creative Administrative/ Management techniques that’s of global standards.
* All round financial backing by the state government, most of all, the state governor’s financial attention.
We must not forget that these challenges may not be unconnected to the current unimpressive position in the Nigerian professional football league . These also attract; serious unethical interference from some quarters , if I may say, political stances.
Your Excellency Sir,
You are a sports lover and developer.
Your untiring commitment to the growth of our dear state is unmatchable!
You are an octopus whose hands, according to our forefathers, are on everything.
Your Midas touch should also be on all Kano sports, in particular, Kano pillars FC.
You are the only person I’m optimistic, that can make pillars redeem it’s lost status.
On a final note, Kano State used to be a giant sports state during governor, late Dominic Oneya, Kano PILLARS used to be a strong force even during governors, RM Kwankwaso, Shekarau and Ganduje.
YOUR EXCELLENCY SIR, YOURS SHOULD NOT BE AN EXCEPTION
Ahmad Rufai Bellojr
RUBEL MEDIA Concept
999ahmadbello@gmail.com
Tuesday 7/01/2025
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Barau fc new stadium takes shape ahead of NNL season

By Abdulgafar Oladimeji
Nigeria National League, NNL debutants, Barau fc have concluded plans to stage their upcoming NNL debut campaign at the newly constructed Maliya stadium in Dambatta located in Kano north senatorial district.
Barau fc had gained promotion ticket from the Nationwide League One, NLO, to the second most prestigious club football competition in Nigeria.
Kano state Football Association, KSFA, Kano north representative , Hassan Abdullahi Garo confirmed that major requirements have been fulfilled to bring NNL actions to the district.
Garo in his words said “I am happy to confirm to you that, Barau fc are set to play their NNL matches at the new stadium in Dambatta, let me inform football fans all over that the new stadium was constructed by the deputy senate president, Barau Jubrin.
“I can further confirm to you that works on the playground has been completed, the dressing rooms are ready, security post, media gallery, medical rooms, rest rooms, parking lots , all the pavilion sections are in shape.
Garo further said “ even before the kick off of the season, hundreds of Kano football fans, pay daily visits to the stadium , to take selfie photographs , I can say that, they the fans can no longer wait to wet their football appetite by surging out in mass to watch NNL matches , when the season finally kicks off.
“anyone would be hundred percent right to say that Barau fc will be playing their matches in Dambatta, because the facility in Kano north is in shape, let me add that this move will no doubt help promote the motive behind the decentralization of the game to other parts of Kano.
“ so that they can also enjoy the economic, social and pride dividends , in the axis of promotion and development that is associated with building such big football facility in the area and also enjoy the benefits of bringing a big league like NNL competition to Kano north district.”
When contacted, Media Officer, Barau fc, Hamisu Gwale affirmed that the club is roaring for an NNL campaign on their new ground in Dambatta.
According to him, all laid down regulations stipulated in NNL regulations have been complied with by the club, all leisure and safety measures have been accorded top priority attention by the club to ensure that the club play it home matches in the ancient town of Dambatta, north of the state capital.
He explained that, all paper works notifying the relevant football authorities about their planned move to their new home at the Maliya stadium have been completed.
“we are now expecting the inspection team to come and do their routine work in compliance with NNL regulations.” Gwale said.
It would be recalled that the NNL debutants as part of its preparations for their league debut, had secured the services of former Nigeria’s senior men’s national team coach Salisu Yusuf to superintend over its technical crew .
Our correspondent , who visited the new football facility in Dambatta reports that the club have also recruited fresh legs from across Nigeria and neighboring west African countries to fortify the squad that would be unleashed on their league foes.
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Football: US based Ineh brothers eyes Nigerian national team call up

The duo men’s football players , namely Joel and Aaron Ineh have expressed their choice dream to appear in the green white green national colours of Nigeria, when opportune.
The two brothers have continued to exhibit football bravery, courage and brilliance , they have continued to catch attention of coaches, scouts and agents with their shown potentials of being exceptional football players, which has earn them a top place in all stages at this their earlier football career stages with clubs in the US.
The young Ineh’s started playing football in the early ages with Nazerene United a recreational club in Illinois.
Joel Ineh born February 21, 2006, in Lagos Nigeria, and Aaron Ineh was born on July 4, 2008 , they grew up with the deep passion for soccer, their early years were driven by the dreams of playing professional football .
Their journey to their now blossoming growth to stardom began with an MLS academy side named, Chicago Fire Academy, where they were on parade as RW, LW, F, deploying their impressive speed, intelligence, skills and in-depth tactical knowledge of the game.
Joel 6’1 in height, 18 years old , joined Chicago Fire Academy from Nazerene United, when he was 12 years old , at the age of 14, he was promoted to the U-17s,, he then moved to Colorado Rapids, where he gained fame for scoring brilliant goals in the GA qualifiers.
He was named amongst the top three prospects in Colorado Rapids, he joined FC Cincinnati U19 and made his debut with Cincinnati.
Joel won the United Premier Soccer League (UPSL) title, crowning his efforts at been considered as the fastest player in both Colorado Rapid and Cincinnati FC.
According to Top Drawer Prep Soccer, Aaron Ineh, Age 16 with 5’11 in height was amongst the top three prospect players in Illinois, he emerged as the crowned top goal scorer in the U15 season with 25 goals in 18 games .
His exceptional qualities came to the fore, on duty with the U-19s against USL teams scoring a hat trick against U-19 Vardar.
His goal poaching skills in the GA Cup qualifiers has remained a marvelous tale .
In the history of Chicago Fire Academy , Aaron is adjudged to be on the top 10 best-talented players .
He is currently playing for the New England Revolution in Boston.
The Ineh brothers as they are fondly called said , they are driven by their dreams to play professional football in the MLS or either of the top European football leagues , couple with their strong desire to represent Nigeria at the youth and senior national teams .
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