NPFL 2026/27: Kabiru Dogo Urges Patience as Niger Tornadoes Begin Major Squad Rebuild

Niger Tornadoes Technical Adviser Kabiru Dogo has appealed to the club’s supporters to remain patient as the team enters a major rebuilding phase ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season.

Following the departure of several key players after the end of the previous campaign, Dogo admitted that the club faces a significant challenge but expressed confidence that a competitive squad will be assembled before the new season begins.

Niger Tornadoes Set for Fresh Start After Player Exodus

The experienced coach revealed that the Minna-based club is effectively starting a new chapter after losing the majority of its first-team players during the transfer window.

According to Dogo, rebuilding a squad from the ground up is never an easy task, but the coaching staff is fully committed to creating a team capable of competing strongly in the upcoming NPFL season.

The former President’s Federation Cup-winning coach emphasized that while supporters may need to lower their expectations in the short term, the long-term objective is to build a solid and competitive side.

“We are starting a new era at Niger Tornadoes because most of the players from last season have moved to other clubs.

“We have to build almost from scratch, and that is a huge responsibility for me and my technical crew. Rebuilding is never easy, but we are determined to put together a formidable team that the fans will be proud of.

“I want to assure our supporters that we will get it right. All we ask for is their patience, understanding and support as we work towards achieving our goals.”

Recruitment Underway as Club Targets Quality Signings

Dogo disclosed that the club has already intensified efforts to strengthen the squad with players who possess the right qualities both on and off the pitch.

He explained that the recruitment process is focused on identifying footballers with strong character, discipline, commitment and the ability to represent Niger Tornadoes with pride throughout the new campaign.

Rather than rushing into signings, the technical crew is carefully evaluating potential recruits to ensure they fit the club’s long-term vision.

Huge Task Awaits Ahead of the New NPFL Campaign

The rebuilding project comes after a difficult transfer period that saw numerous members of last season’s squad leave the club, forcing the technical team to reshape almost every department.

While expectations may be tempered during the transition, Dogo remains optimistic that the club can lay the foundation for a successful future by assembling a balanced and determined squad.

Supporters will now be hoping the recruitment drive produces the quality needed for Niger Tornadoes to remain competitive when the 2026/27 NPFL season gets underway.

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