Kano Pillars banned from registering new players

<p>Kano Pillars have been banned from registering new players for the 2023/24 Nigeria Premier Football League season.</p>, <p>The ban was necessitated following the failure of the club to pay the mandatory N11.8m to former goalkeeper, Bassey Akpan for breach of contract.</p>, <p>The Sai Masu Gida failed to meet the 21-day deadline given by the league body to resolve the contract dispute.</p>, <p>The NPFL Chief Operating Officer, Davidson Owumi announced that the ban will not be lifted until both parties reach a compromise.</p>, <p>Kano Pillars will lock horns with Sunshine Stars in their matchday fixture on Saturday.</p>, <p>Abudulai Maikaba”s led side secured promotion to the topflight after finishing second in the Nigeria National League playoff.</p>