Kano Pillars Target Eighth World Polio Day Para-Soccer Crown

Kano Pillars Para-Soccer team says it is ready to defend its title at the 8th World Polio Day Para-Soccer Tournament scheduled to hold in Abuja from October 18 to 25, 2026.

This was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Public Relations Officer of the commission, Zulfa’at Abubakar Rano.

The team, which has won the tournament seven times, is intensifying preparations as it targets an eighth title at the national competition.

Head Coach of the team, Ibrahim Musa, disclosed this while speaking with the Information Officer of the Kano State Sports Commission, Ashiru Rabiu Gidan Tudu.

Musa expressed confidence in the players’ preparations and determination to represent Kano State at the tournament.

He also acknowledged the support of the Kano State Sports Commission, assuring that the players and technical crew would give their best during the competition.

The tournament is expected to bring together para-soccer teams from across the country as part of activities marking World Polio Day and promoting the inclusion of persons with disabilities through sports.

Meanwhile, the Executive Chairman of the Kano State Sports Commission, Muhammad Tukur Babangida, commended the players for what he described as their dedication, resilience and determination.

He said their achievements had demonstrated that physical disability should not constitute a barrier to excellence in sports.

Babangida also commended the technical crew for its commitment to developing para-sports in the state and wished the team success at the tournament.