Ranchers Bees Complete Deal for Experienced Midfielder Kabiru Mohammed

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Ranchers Bees have wrapped up the signing of seasoned midfielder Kabiru Mohammed as the Kaduna outfit steps up its preparations for the upcoming Nigeria Premier Football League season.

Quick facts

  • Ranchers Bees have completed the signing of experienced midfielder Kabiru Mohammed.
  • The club is preparing for the new Nigeria Premier Football League campaign.
  • Ranchers Bees are returning to the top flight after promotion from the Nigeria National League.
  • Goalkeeper Vincent Edafe has left Warri Wolves after his contract expired.
  • Edafe previously joined Warri Wolves from Remo Stars at the start of last season and spent one year there.
  • Edafe says his deal ran only until the end of the season.
  • He has also played for Dakkada FC and Abia Warriors, and is now a free agent.

Based in Kaduna, Ranchers Bees earned promotion from the Nigeria National League and are now turning their attention to life back in the NPFL. With the new season approaching, the club has begun adding to its ranks to ensure it can handle the demands of the top division.

Mohammed’s arrival is expected to bring both know-how and structure to the middle of the park. The experienced operator is set to offer additional depth and help the side remain competitive as it targets an effective campaign in the league.

The newly promoted team continues to work through further squad reinforcement, with the focus firmly on delivering a strong return to elite football.

Edafe departs Warri Wolves

In other movement, goalkeeper Vincent Edafe has left Warri Wolves after the expiration of his contract. The change follows the end of his stint with the NPFL club, bringing his spell to a close as the next campaign gets underway.

Edafe joined Warri Wolves from Remo Stars at the start of the previous season and spent one year with the Seasiders. Confirming his departure, he noted that his agreement was only scheduled to run until the end of the season.

“My contract was only till the end of the season,” Edafe said while confirming his exit. He previously turned out for Dakkada FC and Abia Warriors before now becoming available as a free agent.

With his contract concluded, the goalkeeper is expected to draw attention from clubs seeking an experienced presence in goal ahead of the new campaign.

Zibuyile Dladla
Zibuyile Dladla
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