Barau FC, newly promoted to the Nigeria Premier Football League for the 2025/26 season, has struck a deal with veteran coach Ladan Bosso to serve as Technical Adviser. The Kano‑based club confirmed the agreement via a statement, with unveiling details and contract terms set to follow. Bosso joins with immediate effect as the team prepares for its maiden NPFL campaign.
The 57 year old brings vast NPFL experience, having led Kano Pillars, Wikki Tourists, Abia Warriors and El‑Kanemi Warriors across his career. Most recently, he spent two seasons in charge of Bayelsa United, guiding them away from relegation and towards stability in the top tier. Barau FC’s owner, Deputy Senate President Jibrin Barau, has backed the decision, believing Bosso’s leadership will be pivotal for the club’s transition.
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Barau FC will soon commence pre‑season training under Bosso’s charge as they gear up to face the rigours of Nigeria’s top-flight for the first time.
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Editorial
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We regard Barau FC’s appointment of Ladan Bosso as Technical Adviser as a strategically sound choice. For a club making its inaugural appearance in the NPFL, bringing in a coach of Bosso’s pedigree offers both tactical leadership and reassurance.
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We feel this move signals serious intent. Barau FC could have resorted to a young or untested name, but instead opted for proven experience. Bosso’s record across multiple NPFL clubs highlights his understanding of competition demands, survival strategies and player development.
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We believe his arrival instils credibility and ambition within the club. Bosso’s ability to organise defences and instil discipline makes him ideal for a newly promoted side likely to face stronger, established opponents. His reputation alone may lift morale across the squad.
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We anticipate his leadership will extend beyond tactics. Bosso’s experience in mentoring players, nurturing local talent and navigating the pressures of survival campaigns will be indispensable in establishing Barau FC as a competitive NPFL side.
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We hold confidence that this appointment lays a solid foundation. With about to commence and the eyes of Kano football watching, Ladan Bosso brings the kind of strategic clarity Barau FC needs. His presence aligns ambition with seasoned execution, which we believe will prove essential as the club writes its first chapter in the top-flight.
Did You Know?
Barau FC joins Wikki Tourists, Warri Wolves and Kun Khalifat as one of four clubs promoted from the Nigeria National League for the 2025/26 NPFL season.
Ladan Bosso is the longest‑serving head coach in the [history](https://www.honkaistarrail.wiki/index.php?title=User:FelipaMaruff39) of Nigeria’s Flying Eagles, overseeing the under‑20 national side from 2020 until the 2023 U‑20 World Cup.
Bosso led Bayelsa United to a third‑place finish in the NPFL during his first stint with the club around 2012.
He has earned a reputation akin to England’s Sean Dyche for his emphasis on defensive organisation and pragmatic game plans.
Barau FC is owned by Jibrin Barau, Deputy Senate President of Nigeria, who aims to elevate the club swiftly in Kano’s football landscape