PILLARS ROAR TO PRESEASON GLORY UNDER EVANS OGENYI

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By Oluseyi Adedire
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Kano Pillars Head Coach, Evans Ogenyi, is brimming with joy after guiding his side to victory in the Gusau/Ahlan Preseason Tournament — just days before the curtain rises on the 2025/26 Nigeria Professional Football League.
The Sai Masu Gida showed nerves of steel, edging Nasarawa United 5–3 on penalties after a pulsating contest that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
Ogenyi praised his players’ resilience and quality, describing the tournament as the perfect test of character and readiness ahead of a long, grueling season.
While acknowledging that the team remains a work in progress, the gaffer appealed to the club’s faithful for unwavering support and prayers, assuring them that Kano Pillars are on course for a remarkable campaign.

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