Niger Tornadoes have officially unveiled the technical crew that will work under newly appointed Technical Adviser Kabiru Suleiman Dogo as preparations intensify for the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League season.
The announcement comes just days after Dogo was confirmed as the club’s new Technical Adviser on a three-year contract, with the Minna-based side continuing to lay the foundation for what they hope will be a successful campaign.
In a statement signed by the Chairman of the Niger Tornadoes Management Committee, Dr. Abubakar Abdullahi Kuso, the club confirmed that Abdullahi Tyabo Umar has been appointed Chief Coach and will serve as Dogo’s immediate deputy.
Coach Ibraheem Mutiullahi Okikiola has been named First Assistant Coach, while Coach Umar Hussaini completes the technical bench as Second Assistant Coach.
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The club’s management urged the newly constituted coaching team to work in unity and maintain the highest level of professionalism as they pursue the objectives set for the forthcoming NPFL season.
Niger Tornadoes have made no secret of their ambitions after recently outlining a desire to challenge for continental qualification, with Dogo expected to oversee a new era at the club following his arrival from El-Kanemi Warriors.
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The management also confirmed that players and club officials will resume camp on Sunday, July 5, as pre-season preparations officially begin ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.
