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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Abdul Maikaba is set to return to Kano Pillars as head coach of the four-time Nigeria Premier League champions.<\/p>\n

Maikaba was an assistant coach at Pillars during his early years in football management.<\/p>\n

The experienced tactician was in charge of Rangers for two years before resigning from the post at the end of last season.<\/p>\n

Negotiations between Maikaba and Pillars are already at an advanced stage.<\/p>\n

Maikaba is expected to take charge of Sai Masu Gida next week.<\/p>\n

Kano Pillars announced the sack of their technical crew on Friday.<\/p>\n

The club secured promotion to the NPL at the Nigeria National League Super Eight playoffs earlier this month.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Nigeria<\/a> Follow Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Nigeria. Abdul Maikaba is set to return to Kano Pillars as head coach of the four-time Nigeria Premier League champions. Maikaba was an assistant coach at Pillars during his early years in football management. 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