By Jamilu Uba Adamu
As Kano Pillars FC is about to appoint Coach Usman Abdallah as the team technical adviser. I reflect when I first came in contact with him during his stint with Enyimba FC, in Aba.
These days, I am a constant visitor to both school road (Enyimba Stadium), and Cameroon road where Usman lives, that makes me want to come closer to him. one trait that fascinates me about Coach Usman Abdllah is his unwavering confidence and willingness to take risks. Risks! yes you heard me right.To be honest I admire how he accepts challenges with open arms, never backing down from a tough situation.
I can recall an incident during Enyimba continental match, when the whole spectators in the stadium are against him for substituting a certain player, the crowd keep shouting and showing their disapproval for his decision but Usman stand his ground and to the surprise of the spectators it was Usman substitution that scores the winning goal!.This mindset is a testament to his confidence character,and quality as a coach that know his work
Kano Pillars FC can expect a renewed sense of purpose and determination under him.His confidence is contagious, and I have no doubt that it will spread throughout the team.
As Kano Pillars FC embarks on this new chapter under his guide we pray towards victory and glory to the Sai Masu Gida.
Jamilu Uba Adamu is a sports analyst based in Kano
