NPFL: Nasarawa United sign eight players to avoid relegation
Nasarawa United has unveiled eight new signings to strengthen their squad for the second half of the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL season. Currently at the bottom of the league table, the club made these moves to avoid relegation.
During a ceremony in Lafia, Nasarawa United presented the new players, including former Heartland forward Ugochukwu Leonard, Shooting Stars duo Aliyu Abubakar and Benson Abbey, and Peace Dewan from Sunshine Stars. Also joining the squad are Solomon Chigozie Kwara United, Peter Eneji returning from Bahrain's Busaiteen FC, Benjamin Jack Golden Boot FC, and Onyema Emmanuel Ikorodu City.
Club chairman Solomon Babanjah and Technical Director Kabiru Dogo expressed optimism that the new additions would help the team climb out of relegation trouble. Babanjah thanked supporters and stakeholders for their backing, while Dogo pledged to reward fans’ patience with improved results in the coming matches.
Editorial
Nasarawa United’s proactive measures to revamp their squad show a determined effort to fight relegation. Bringing in experienced and versatile players like Ugochukwu Leonard and Peter Eneji could provide the much needed spark to reverse their fortunes. However, the challenge will lie in how quickly these players adapt and gel with the existing team to deliver consistent performances.
The club’s leadership has shown ambition by making bold changes and publicly appealing for stakeholder support. This approach underscores the importance of collaboration between management, fans, and government officials in navigating difficult periods. Nasarawa United’s moves highlight the resilience required in football to overcome setbacks and maintain competitiveness.
The success of these new signings could determine the club’s trajectory, potentially salvaging a season that has been far from ideal.
Nasarawa United has unveiled eight new signings to strengthen their squad for the second half of the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL season. Currently at the bottom of the league table, the club made these moves to avoid relegation.
During a ceremony in Lafia, Nasarawa United presented the new players, including former Heartland forward Ugochukwu Leonard, Shooting Stars duo Aliyu Abubakar and Benson Abbey, and Peace Dewan from Sunshine Stars. Also joining the squad are Solomon Chigozie Kwara United, Peter Eneji returning from Bahrain's Busaiteen FC, Benjamin Jack Golden Boot FC, and Onyema Emmanuel Ikorodu City.
Club chairman Solomon Babanjah and Technical Director Kabiru Dogo expressed optimism that the new additions would help the team climb out of relegation trouble. Babanjah thanked supporters and stakeholders for their backing, while Dogo pledged to reward fans’ patience with improved results in the coming matches.
Editorial
Nasarawa United’s proactive measures to revamp their squad show a determined effort to fight relegation. Bringing in experienced and versatile players like Ugochukwu Leonard and Peter Eneji could provide the much needed spark to reverse their fortunes. However, the challenge will lie in how quickly these players adapt and gel with the existing team to deliver consistent performances.
The club’s leadership has shown ambition by making bold changes and publicly appealing for stakeholder support. This approach underscores the importance of collaboration between management, fans, and government officials in navigating difficult periods. Nasarawa United’s moves highlight the resilience required in football to overcome setbacks and maintain competitiveness.
The success of these new signings could determine the club’s trajectory, potentially salvaging a season that has been far from ideal.