Kano Pillars Football Club appoints Super Eagles assistant coach Daniel Ogunmodede as its Technical Adviser. Multiple Nigerian outlets report that the club reaches an agreement with Ogunmodede ahead of the 2026/2027 Nigeria Premier Football League season. The Punch and other reports say the deal runs for two years, while Vanguard and Daily Post describe the appointment as part of the club’s plans for the upcoming campaign.

Premium Times adds context on the club’s rationale, stating the move forms part of an ongoing restructuring effort intended to strengthen the club’s technical setup and improve performance. Other reports characterize the appointment as a step toward boosting the team’s competitiveness, including in domestic competitions, with one outlet also referencing aspirations for continental performance.

The announcements are attributed to Kano Pillars’ management or club communications, including a short statement shared by the club on social media. Ogunmodede’s role is described consistently as Technical Adviser, with the club positioning him to support planning and technical decision-making for the team.