A few days ago, a write-up containing an appeal by our colleague, Aminu Halilu Tudun Wada, titled “Kano-Based Sports Journalist,” went viral after it was published on an online media platform.
The story quickly gained wide attention and was subsequently shared across numerous social media groups, generating discussions and reactions from sports stakeholders and members of the public alike.
Tudun Wada had called on Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to dissolve the entire management and board of Kano Pillars FC, but surprisingly went on to exempt Ahmed Musa MON, the club’s General Manager, from the proposed overhaul.
According to the report, Aminu Halilu Tudun Wada made the appeal on behalf of Kano youths and football supporters who are deeply concerned about the current situation of Kano Pillars FC in the ongoing Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), expressing widespread frustration over the club’s performance and urging urgent action to address their worries.
Tudun Wada further stated that they understand from credible sources that the state government is funding the team, yet it remains unclear who is diverting these funds, as there is little to show for the financial support in terms of performance, welfare, or overall club development.
He further stated that the club’s situation continues to deteriorate with each passing week, leaving the team in an increasingly difficult and precarious position in the league.
However, while Aminu Tudun Wada called on the governor to dissolve the existing board and management of Kano Pillars FC, he surprisingly went further to appeal to the governor to entrust the full affairs of the club to Ahmed Musa, a position that raised questions among many observers.
“For God’s sake, dissolve the entire board and management and place the team fully in the hands of GM Ahmed Musa MON. Entrust him with the handling of funds, as he is doing his utmost best to save the club.
“In fact, he has even gone as far as using his personal resources to support the team, demonstrating genuine commitment to Kano Pillars FC during this difficult period,” he added.
He finally expressed confidence that, with Ahmed Musa’s leadership and without interference from what he described as “fifth columnists,” Kano Pillars FC would successfully avoid relegation this season and come back stronger and more competitive next season.
After carefully reading the story, I paused and found myself confronted with several pressing questions, the questions that I could not answer despite repeated reflection.
The more I thought about it, the more elusive the answers became, leaving me with a mix of confusion, curiosity, and a need for deeper clarity.
If that is the case, how can we call for the dissolution of the entire structure while at the same time asking for the preservation of just one room at the very top?
To me, such an appeal appears inherently contradictory, raising serious questions about priorities, consistency, and the logic behind supporting one part while condemning the whole.
This is because, ever since the board was reconstituted many months ago, I have yet to come across any instance in which Ahmed Musa distanced himself from the decisions or activities taking place within the team.
His involvement has always been visible, leaving little evidence of detachment from the club’s affairs.
In fact, Ahmed Musa has often been alleged to be at the center of the ongoing crisis within the team, largely due to the dual role he occupies as both a player and the club’s General Manager.
Critics argue that this overlapping responsibility has created conflicts of interest, blurred lines of authority, and contributed to the challenges currently facing Kano Pillars FC, making it difficult for the team to function smoothly.
Regarding the claim that Ahmed Musa has gone as far as using his personal resources to support the team, a point my colleague Tudun Wada described as a demonstration of genuine commitment to Kano Pillars FC during this difficult period, I find myself questioning the source of this assertion.
This scepticism arises because it is a common practice for the team to borrow funds from internal or external sources to finance its activities while awaiting the release of government funding.
Therefore, it remains unclear whether these contributions genuinely came from Musa’s personal resources or were part of the club’s usual financial arrangements.
Honestly, I appreciate Aminu Halilu Tudun Wada’s concern and effort in highlighting the plights of Kano Pillars FC.
However, as a journalist, I would have hoped that he went a step further by investigating the actual situation facing the team before publishing what comes across as a one-sided appeal.
A more balanced account would have offered readers a clearer understanding of the challenges and responsibilities within the club.
He should have gone further by investigating whether the much-discussed government funds were actually released, and if so, where the money went or who may have truly pocketed it.
Such follow-up would have provided a clearer, more accurate picture of the club’s financial situation and prevented speculation.
Tudun Wada should have extended his investigation to uncover why the club struggled with effective player recruitment and why it failed to take full advantage of the recently closed transfer window to strengthen the team.
To this day, I have yet to come across any interview or statement in the media from the chairman of Kano Pillars, the club’s General Manager, or any member of the management board addressing the actual situation within the club.
Whether it is to clarify the challenges, respond to allegations, or provide updates, the voices of those directly responsible for the team’s affairs remain largely absent from public discourse. Why?
I only hear praise for Coach Babagana Ginaru when the team wins, yet whenever the team falters, it is the management that is blamed. Where did we learn to place credit and blame so selectively?
Such inconsistent judgment undermines accountability and prevents a fair assessment of the real challenges facing the club.
A deeper inquiry into these issues would have provided readers with a more complete understanding of the challenges facing Kano Pillars FC.
My appeal to everyone is that we must conduct a thorough investigation into the issues facing Kano Pillars FC before proposing any solutions.
No matter who we choose to support, their efforts will not succeed if the underlying problems affecting the team are not properly addressed.
We should also avoid letting emotions guide our judgment in situations like this. Instead, we need to approach the matter objectively and remain at the center of the discussion, ensuring that we are neither accused of favoring one individual nor sidelining another.
We should stop glorifying failure, no matter where it comes from or who is responsible. Celebrating mistakes only encourages complacency and allows the same problems to persist, whereas acknowledging and addressing failures honestly is the first step toward real progress and improvement.
Thank you, my brother Tudun Wada, and may God continue to bless you for your concern and effort..
