MUSTAPHA JAWAD MARKS 100TH NPFL APPEARANCE IN KANO PILLARS DEBUT START AGAINST SHOOTING STARS

 Saki-born defensive midfielder Mustapha Jawad reached a major career milestone on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, making his 100th Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) appearance as Kano Pillars held Shooting Stars to a goalless draw at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Ibadan.



The fixture was particularly significant for Jawad, who earned his first NPFL start for his new club, Kano Pillars, in what was a landmark appearance in his professional career.

The Iwalewa Football Academy product put in a composed and disciplined performance in the heart of the midfield, helping Kano Pillars maintain their shape and secure a valuable point away from home.

Jawad remained on the pitch for 89 minutes, displaying his trademark defensive awareness, work rate and composure as Kano Pillars battled Shooting Stars throughout the encounter.

Despite both sides creating moments during the game, neither team could find the decisive breakthrough, with the match ending Shooting Stars 0–0 Kano Pillars.


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