Kano Pillars have collected 19 points from their opening 12 matches in the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, but their inability to secure an away victory remains a major concern despite an encouraging start to the campaign.

Sports247 reports that the Sai Masu Gida have recorded four wins, seven draws and just one defeat, scoring 15 goals and conceding 12 to maintain a positive goal difference of three. They have also kept five clean sheets, underlining their defensive resilience.

Pillars opened their campaign with a 2-2 draw against Kwara United before registering consecutive victories over Niger Tornadoes (3-2) and Doma United (4-1), showing early signs of their attacking quality, Sports247 gathered.

However, they struggled to maintain that winning momentum, settling for draws against Inter Lagos, Enyimba, Sporting Lagos and Shooting Stars.

Their only defeat so far came on October 11, when Plateau United handed them a heavy 4-0 loss, exposing defensive weaknesses that had not been as evident in their earlier fixtures.

The Kano-based side responded with a 1-0 victory over Katsina United before drawing with Warri Wolves. They subsequently secured an impressive 2-0 win against Nasarawa United but were held to a 1-1 draw by Kun Khalifat FC in their latest outing on November 6.

Home Strength, Away-Day Concerns

A breakdown of their results highlights a clear difference between Pillars’ performances at home and on the road.

At home, they have collected 14 points from six matches, recording four victories and two draws without losing. Their home form has provided a dependable source of points and kept them competitive in the league.

Away from home, however, the picture is less convincing. Pillars have managed just five points from six matches, drawing five and losing once, with no victory on their travels.

The inability to turn away draws into wins has limited their points return and remains an area the technical crew must address.

With 19 points from a possible 36, Kano Pillars have shown commendable resilience, losing only once in 12 matches. However, seven draws indicate missed opportunities to convert competitive displays into victories.

Their strong home record offers a platform to build on, but improving their away performances will be crucial if the Sai Masu Gida are to sustain their ambitions in NPFL27.

For Pillars, the challenge is straightforward: turn draws into wins, maintain defensive discipline and find a winning formula on the road.

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Akwa United have unveiled eight additional signings as the club continues to strengthen its squad ahead of the 2026/2027 Nigeria National League (NNL) season, with promotion back to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) firmly in focus.

Sports247 reports that the latest recruits are Kammonke Willie from Ikorodu City, Abubakar Sadiq from Hephzibah FC, Ikechukwu Onuoha from Adoration FC, Saviour Edet from KMK FC, Allen Ihunwo from Maverick FC, Ameer Muhammad from Reign FA, Augustine Chibuzor from ECAS FA and Damadou Franck from Cavalier FC of the Benin Republic.

The eight additions comprise five attacking players, two midfielders and one defender, providing head coach Paul Offor with more options as he prepares the team for another promotion campaign.

One of the notable additions is Saviour Edet, who is regarded as one of the promising young talents from Akwa Ibom State. The youngster joins from KMK Academy, Uyo, bringing considerable potential and ambition as he takes another step in his football career.

The latest recruitment takes Akwa United’s new signings to 18, following the earlier arrival of 10 players.

The first batch included goalkeeper Robert Cole; defenders Keme Okoriye, Famoyegun Michael and Ikemdinachi Prince; midfielders Paschal Uba, Asiriuwa Godwin, Ifeanyichukwu Nwune and James Peter; as well as forwards Peter Asuquo and Apas Abel.

The new arrivals have joined the retained players in training as the technical crew works to establish a balanced and competitive squad ahead of the new season.

Akwa United will compete in Conference B of the 2026/2027 NNL campaign, which commenced on Sunday, November 1, 2026.

Having narrowly missed out on promotion last season, the Promise Keepers are targeting a stronger campaign as they seek to reclaim their place in the top flight.

Their quest begins on Sunday, November 8, when they welcome Ekiti United FC to the Uyo Township Stadium. Kick-off is scheduled for 4pm.

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Niger Tornadoes claimed a crucial away victory over Abia Warriors, Nasarawa United continued their impressive run, while Ikorodu City and Katsina United produced dramatic comebacks in an entertaining Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 10 weekend.

Sports247 reports that the round, which began on Saturday, October 24, continued on Sunday with eight fixtures producing narrow victories, late equalisers and further frustration for struggling Inter Lagos.

Wasiu Jimoh’s 56th-minute strike earned Niger Tornadoes a valuable 1-0 away victory over Abia Warriors, delivering one of the weekend’s standout results. Nasarawa United maintained their winning momentum with another 1-0 triumph, this time against Enyimba.

Jofrank Istifanus scored the decisive goal in the 23rd minute, building on the Lafia Boys’ impressive 2-0 away victory over Inter Lagos on Matchday 9.

Meanwhile, Bendel Insurance defeated Rivers United 2-1, with W. Freeman opening the scoring in the 60th minute before J. Jonathan struck in the 90th minute.

Katsina United staged a remarkable recovery to draw 2-2 against Plateau United in Saturday’s opening fixture. Victor Dawa gave Plateau United a 30th-minute lead before Jibril Ibrahim doubled their advantage in the 82nd minute.

However, Yusha’u Armiya’u responded in the 84th minute, while Umar Rabiu’s stoppage-time equaliser rescued a point for the hosts.

At the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Ikorodu City also recovered from two goals down to secure a 2-2 Southwest derby draw against Shooting Stars.

Taofeek Otaniyi struck in the third minute before Desmond Ojietefian doubled Shooting Stars’ lead in the 36th minute.

Donald Obiajulu inspired Ikorodu City’s comeback with goals in the 44th and 83rd minutes. Inter Lagos’ difficult campaign continued with a 1-0 defeat to Kun Khalifat with Benjamin 69th minute goal , extending their disappointing run despite changes to their coaching setup.

Elsewhere, Barau FC and Kwara United settled for a 1-1 draw. Anthony Sunday scored in the 40th minute before Goodluck Ogbolu equalised in the 63rd minute.

Warri Wolves and Kano Pillars played out a goalless draw, leaving both sides with a point. Two fixtures remain outstanding, with Ranchers Bees scheduled to host Doma United on 18th November, 2026 and Rangers International set to visit Sporting Lagos at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena on the 25th November, 2026.

Matchday 10 underlined the league’s competitive nature, with away victories, late comebacks and mounting pressure on struggling teams shaping another eventful weekend

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