Nigeria Premier Football League side Kano Pillars have officially unveiled highly respected tactician Daniel Ogunmodede, popularly known as “Ijaball,” as the club’s new Technical Adviser ahead of the 2026/27 season.
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The unveiling ceremony took place at the club’s secretariat in the presence of Chairman Alhaji Ahmad Musbahu Garo, marking the beginning of a new era for the four-time NPFL champions.
Sports247 reports that Ogunmodede arrives with an impressive coaching pedigree and a reputation for implementing an attractive, possession-based style of football that has earned him widespread recognition in Nigerian football circles.
The club expressed confidence that the experienced coach possesses the leadership, tactical acumen, and winning mentality required to guide the Sai Masu Gida back to competing for major honours in the forthcoming campaign.
“We are delighted to officially unveil Mr. Daniel Ogunmodede (Ijaball) as our new Technical Adviser at the club’s secretariat in the presence of our Chairman, Alhaji Ahmad Musbahu Garo,” the club announced.
“A proven tactician with a winning mentality, Ogunmodede now takes charge of the Sai Masu Gida as we embark on an exciting journey towards success in the 2026/2027 season.”
Ogunmodede’s appointment has generated excitement among Kano Pillars supporters, who will be hoping the highly rated coach can restore the club to the summit of Nigerian football after recent seasons of inconsistency.
Known for his emphasis on disciplined team play, youth development, and attacking football, the new Technical Adviser is expected to begin preparations immediately as Pillars intensify plans for the new NPFL campaign.
With expectations high and a passionate fan base firmly behind the club, Ogunmodede now faces the task of building a competitive squad capable of challenging for domestic honours and returning the Sai Masu Gida to their traditional place among Nigeria’s elite clubs.
