Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Katsina United have officially unveiled 11 new players as part of their preparations for the 2026/27 season, signalling the club’s determination to build a stronger squad capable of competing at a higher level in the upcoming campaign. The unveiling ceremony took place at the club’s secretariat in Katsina State.
The new arrivals include Ibrahim Mustapha, Bala Mohammed, Sani Musa, Musa Abdullahi, Auwalu Ibrahim, Kabiru Ibrahim, Abubakar Lawal, Abdullahi Bello, Suleiman Mohammed, Nasiru Aliyu and Isa Ibrahim. Club officials said the recruitment exercise was carefully planned to strengthen key areas of the team following an assessment of last season’s performance.
Speaking during the presentation, the club’s management expressed confidence that the new players possess the quality, experience and commitment needed to help Katsina United achieve its objectives in the new season. The management urged the players to remain disciplined, work hard and justify the confidence placed in them by delivering strong performances on the pitch.
Head coach Bala Nikyu said the additions would improve competition for places within the squad and provide greater tactical flexibility throughout the campaign. He noted that preseason preparations are progressing well and expressed optimism that the blend of experienced players and fresh talent would enable the club to compete more effectively in the league.
Katsina United are among several NPFL clubs strengthening their squads ahead of the new season, which is expected to kick off later in August. The club will now continue its preseason programme as the coaching crew works to integrate the new signings and build a competitive team capable of improving on last season’s campaign.
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