Seventeen new have been ceremoniously presented by Kwara United FC in Ilorin to mark the commencement of the new league season.
These players will be integrated with the existing 18 team members as part of the club’s roster for the upcoming season.
Among the notable additions are Ifeanyi Ogba, a former attacking player from Rangers International, Oyeleso Suraj, a seasoned NPFL player from Plateau United, and Akani Akeem from Sporting Lagos.
During the unveiling event at the prestigious Sugar Film Factory in Ilorin, Bashir Badawi, the general manager of Kwara United acting on behalf of the club chairman, Kumbi Titiloye, emphasized the meticulous process involved in recruiting these players.
“We conducted scouting trips in Ikenne, Ogun, Lagos, and Bayelsa to ensure we selected a well-balanced group of players for the season. As evident from the players presented, we have successfully curated a mix of youthful talent and seasoned professionals,” Badawi remarked.
Presenting detailed match data and statistics from various tournaments held in the aforementioned states, the club’s general manager highlighted Kwara United’s formidable reputation in the league.
“We have displayed exceptional defensive prowess, having triumphed over esteemed clubs such as Al Merikkh of Sudan, a renowned continental powerhouse.
“With ample time remaining in our training regimen, I can confidently affirm that our players will be primed to deliver outstanding performances once the league commences,” he stated.
