Barau FC have secured the services of three Plateau United players Sunday Anthony (attacking midfielder), Jimmy Ambrose (defensive midfielder), and Muhd Muhd Umar (midfielder) as they prepare for their debut season in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). Other signings include goalkeeper Yusuf Bala from Niger Tornadoes winger Michael Enaruna from Bendel Insurance duo Abdulbari Nura (striker/winger) and Emmanuel Okoko Jnr (defensive midfielder) both from Katsina United; right winger Abubakar Shuaibu from Inter Lagos; right-back Mike Zaruma from Sporting Lagos Samuel Mathias and Kabiru Abdullahi (midfielders/striker) from Rivers United; Adamu Usaini (right winger) from Arewa FC Kano and Abraham Nana Kwame (midfielder) from AS GNN in Benin Republic.
Barau FC, nicknamed the Maliya Boys and backed by Senator Barau I. Jibrin, are gearing up for their first-ever season in the NPFL under the guidance of veteran coach Ladan Bosso.
Editorial
We observe Barau FC’s approach with admiration. The club’s bold recruitment drive speaks volumes ambition matched by strategy. Integrating experienced Plateau United trio alongside diverse additions across positions reflects a clear vision: not to merely participate in the NPFL, but to compete.
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We appreciate the leadership behind this. Senator Jibrin’s active role funding and directing the project has built a foundation that melds private investment with developmental football. Ladan Bosso’s appointment adds seasoned coaching leadership to this foundation.
We sense a purposeful ambition. For a club making its NPFL debut, layering the squad with players possessing top-tier experience may be the differentiator between survival and impact. The blend of goalkeeping, defence, flanks, midfield, and attack signals a cohesive plan spanning all areas of the pitch.
We also acknowledge the club’s broader promise. Beyond sheer competition, Barau FC seems intent on shifting the narrative of private clubs in Nigeria demonstrating that with investment, leadership, and planning, rapid, sustainable rise is possible.
We remain optimistic. This recruitment pattern is not random it is deliberate. Barau FC are making statements, not just bolstering a team.
We return to our initial reflection: this isn’t just a debut season it’s a declaration of intent, executed with both conviction and structure.
Did You Know?
- Barau FC secured their first-ever promotion to the NPFL after just one season in the Nigeria National League (NNL) Super 8 playoffs.
- The club was founded by Senator Barau I. Jibrin, Deputy President of Nigeria’s Senate, who said he established the team to address youth unemployment and promote a global sporting brand.
- The 2025–26 NPFL season kicks off on 22 August 2025 and features 20 clubs, including newly promoted Barau FC, Warri Wolves, Wikki Tourists, and Kun Khalifat.
- Barau FC’s traditional home is Dambatta Stadium in Kano, though they may adopt Sani Abacha Stadium for the 2025/26 NPFL campaign.
- Ladan Bosso, Barau FC’s newly appointed technical adviser, previously managed Bayelsa United and has served as President of the Nigeria Football Coaches Association.
