El‑Kanemi Warriors FC have unveiled five strategic additions ahead of the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League season, as the Maiduguri side builds toward a continental campaign under new coach Kabiru Dogo. The club confirmed the arrivals of Victor Ikechukwu, Ebuka Okoro, Emmanuel Nwabufo, Sadiq Mohammad, and Usman Audu at an event held at their Colonel Abdulmumin Aminu Camp.
Ikechukwu and Okoro were recruited from Kun Khalifat FC, while Nwabufo joined from Heartland. Mohammad and Audu completed their moves from Nasarawa United and DMD FC respectively. The presentations took place in the presence of club chairman Ibrahim Maina Mustapha and senior board members.
These enhancements come as El‑Kanemi Warriors ready for pre-season under the newly appointed Technical Adviser, Kabiru Dogo, who officially took charge at the end of June following the departure of Aliyu Zubairu. The refreshed roster marks the club’s ambition to challenge both domestically and in continental competitions.
Editorial
We welcome El‑Kanemi Warriors’ proactive recruitment as evidence of renewed ambition. Signing five players from varied sources local and cross-border signals an intention to assemble a more balanced and competitive squad.
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Youth prospects like Ikechukwu and Okoro with experienced campaigners from clubs like Heartland and Nasarawa United reflects a deliberate strategy to blend flair and solidity. This mix enhances squad depth and tactical flexibility. We note that under coach Kabiru Dogo, training has already resumed and a new culture is being instilled. Dogo’s NPFL experience offers the club a chance to transform recent success into consistency and stronger league performances.
The transparent presentation and integration of the players emphasise organisational professionalism something often lacking in domestic leagues. Clear communication of recruitment builds trust among fans, stakeholders and potential future signings.
We remain confident that this strengthened roster guided by a visionary coach and backed by proper infrastructure positions El‑Kanemi to be serious challengers next season, potentially achieving continental qualification.
Did You Know?
- El‑Kanemi Warriors won the 2024 Federation Cup, ending a 32‑year wait for the trophy.
- They secured promotion to the NPFL in 2024, returning after a previous relegation.
- Coach Kabiru Dogo replaced Aliyu Zubairu in June 2025 and has experience managing several NPFL clubs, including Kwara United and Nasarawa United.
- Kun Khalifat FC the source of two signings is a rising club that earned promotion to the NNL after competing in Nigeria’s third division.
- El‑Kanemi Warriors played their full home fixtures in Maiduguri Stadium for the 2024/25 season, reaffirmed by the NPFL despite security concerns.
