{
  "id": 10092031,
  "title": "Kano Pillars coach eyes Enyimba scalp",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/27/kano-pillars-coach-eyes-enyimba-scalp",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-27T00:00:44.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
    "slug": "punch",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/kano-pillars-coach-eyes-enyimba-scalp/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kano Pillars' assistant coach, Okechukwu Ejeh, has warned that Sunday's match against bottom-placed Enyimba will not be a casual affair, insisting the goal is securing the three points at the Sani Abacha Stadium. Ejeh declared the team is \"mentally, physically and tactically ready\" for the encounter, adding that they are confident of walking away victorious.\n\nUnbeaten Kano Pillars have scored ten goals in their last four games, with goals coming from Rabiu Ali, Fabian Nworie and Ubong Friday. However, Enyimba currently sit at the bottom of the table, having amassed no points in their last four matches after losing their previous match to Sporting Lagos. Despite the challenging circumstances, Ejeh remains focused on Kano Pillars' long-term aspirations, stating that the team's vision is to compete on the continent and secure a continental ticket.",
  "summary": "Kano Pillars assistant coach Okechukwu Ejeh says his unbeaten side is targeting three points against bottom-of-the-table Enyimba in their upcoming match. Read More: https://punchng.com/kano-pillars-coach-eyes-enyimba-scalp/",
  "key_points": [
    "Kano Pillars coach Ejeh warns Sunday match against Enyimba will be serious.",
    "Unbeaten Kano Pillars scored ten goals in last four games.",
    "Enyimba sits at bottom of table with no points in last four matches."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Kano Pillars' confidence and recent form suggest they are well-placed to achieve their goal of beating Enyimba and taking a step closer to their long-term aspiration of continental competition.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
        "title": "Kano Pillars coach eyes Enyimba scalp",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/27/kano-pillars-coach-eyes-enyimba-scalp-10093509",
        "published": "2026-09-27T00:00:44.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}