New Wikki Tourists Boss Vows Turnaround as Club Battles in NPFL
By Ahmed Ahmed
The newly appointed Chairman of Wikki Tourists Football Club, Alhaji Salmanu Abubakar, has assured supporters of a renewed drive to reposition the club for better performance in the ongoing 2025/2026 Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) season.
Speaking at a news conference on Monday in Bauchi, Abubakar expressed concern over the club’s current 14th position on the league table but pledged decisive action to improve results.
He disclosed that the management is already working on reinforcing the squad, particularly through the recruitment of proven professional goal scorers to boost the team’s attacking strength.
The chairman noted that the club has adopted a new playing style aimed at enhancing performance and competitiveness in the league.
According to him, early signs from the ongoing season are encouraging, adding that patience and collective support are required to achieve the desired turnaround.
Abubakar assured supporters and stakeholders that his leadership would ensure a level playing ground for all, stressing that professionalism, transparency, and discipline would guide the club’s operations.
He urged fans to remain calm, steadfast, and supportive, while also calling for prayers to back the management and technical crew.
The Chairman highlighting his administrative approach pledged a clear division of labour and shared responsibilities within the club’s structure.
He explained that key officials, including the camp commandant and team management, would be assigned defined roles to enhance efficiency and accountability.
Abubakar further emphasised that Wikki Tourists FC is neither a political, tribal, nor regional club, but a unifying team that belongs to all citizens of the State.
Abubakar said in line with his inclusive vision, pledged to actively involve the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) in the club’s activities to promote transparency and collective success.
The chairman also expressed gratitude to Bauchi State Gov. Bala Mohammed, and the Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Alhaji Babayo Gabarin, for finding him worthy of the appointment, pledging not to disappoint the government and people of the state
