Former Remo Stars head coach Daniel Ogunmodede has officially resumed duties as the new Technical Adviser of Kano Pillars, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the four-time Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions ahead of the 2026/27 season.
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Sports247 reports that the 46-year-old tactician has immediately swung into action, overseeing preparations as the Sai Masu Gida intensify efforts to build a squad capable of challenging for domestic honours when the new NPFL season kicks off on August 28.
Ogunmodede arrives in Kano after bringing an end to a successful spell with Remo Stars, where he established himself as one of Nigeria’s most respected coaches through his attractive style of play and remarkable achievements.
To back their new coach, Kano Pillars have embarked on an ambitious recruitment drive, unveiling seven new players to strengthen key areas of the squad.
Among the arrivals is commanding central defender Tarabina Biweribo, who joins from Plateau United on a two-year contract. The club has also completed the signing of goalkeeper Abdallah Sulaiman from Katsina United, while talented left-back Oloye Felix makes the switch from Niger Tornadoes.
Creative midfielder Abdulraheem Shola, who previously featured for Wikki Tourists, Niger Tornadoes, and Kwara United, has also signed a two-year deal after helping Kwara United lift the 2026 President Federation Cup.
Further reinforcing the defence, Kano Pillars secured the services of centre-back Tejiri Emonena from Warri Wolves, while defensive midfielder Zayyad Musa has linked up with the squad after signing a two-year contract.
The club also strengthened its goalkeeping department with the acquisition of Efevwerha Joke, who arrives from Warri Wolves on a two-year deal.
The flurry of transfer activity underlines Kano Pillars’ determination to return to the summit of Nigerian football following recent seasons of inconsistency. With an experienced coach at the helm and several quality additions already in camp, expectations are growing among supporters that Sai Masu Gida can mount a serious challenge for the NPFL title.
As preseason preparations gather momentum, all eyes will be on Daniel Ogunmodede to mould his new-look squad into genuine title contenders and restore Kano Pillars to their traditional place among Nigeria’s football elite.
