NPFL: Kano Pillars suspend Evans Ogenyi, Ahmed Garba Yaro Yaro

Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side, Kano Pillars have announced the immediate suspension of their technical adviser, Evans Ogenyi and chief coach, Ahmed Garba Yaro Yaro following the team’s unsatisfactory performance in the ongoing 2025/2026 League season.

The management of the club announced the decision following the Sai Masu Gida’s 2-1 defeat to NPFL debutants Barau FC in a local derby at the Sani Abacha Stadium on Sunday.

It was Kano Pillars’ fourth defeat in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, this season.

The four-time NPFL champions have also recorded two wins, and two draws.

Former club captain and Assistant Coach, Gambo Muhammad alongside goalkeeping Coach, Suleiman Shuaibu will take charge of the team’s technical duties, while Coach Garzali Muhammad (Kusa) from the Junior Pillars will provide support in an ad-hoc capacity pending further directives.