NPFL: Jack, Ponkap boost Kwara United ahead of Barau FC clash
Kwara United have been boosted by the return of Benjamin Jack and Obeid Ponkap ahead of the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 10 tie against Barau FC. Jack and Ponkap have recovered from their injury setback. The duo are in contention to feature against the Maliya Boys. Kwara United will lock horns with Barau […] NPFL: Jack, Ponkap boost Kwara United ahead of Barau FC clash
Ahead of the upcoming 2026/27 season, Nigeria National League clubs have intensified preparations with mandatory medical screenings. Gombe United completed their screening process at the Specialists Hospital in Gombe. The comprehensive evaluation encompassed cardiovascular assessments, musculoskeletal examinations, vital signs monitoring, and general fitness evaluations. The entire procedure was overseen by the team's medical professionals and monitored by the club's secretary, Malam Abubakar M. Maina.
In Lafia, FC Basira also undertook their medical screening, with players undergoing Electrocardiogram (ECG) tests at the Federal University Teaching Hospital. This cardiac screening was conducted in line with the NNL's player registration prerequisites.
Gombe United is set to begin the new season with a home match against Jigawa Golden Stars on November 7th. Meanwhile, FC Basira will face El Kanemi Warriors in their inaugural game of the new campaign.
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