Barau FC retains 21 players for 2026/27 NPFL season starting August 28

Barau FC announced on July 2, 2026 that it has retained 21 players for the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League season. The retained players include Emeka Nwabulu, Chisom Chiaha, Oscar Destiny, Sugau Aliyu, Bismark Duah, Usman Maidubuji, Henry Ezeonye, Chisom Nkwocha, Orji Kalu, Jimmy Ambrose, Nura Muhammad, Moses Tsehuan, Sa’ad Tijjani, Ebuka Nwokorie, Sunday Anthony, Hillary Ekawu, Joseph Atule, Adamu Hussaini, Ibrahim Yunusa, Uche Moses and Stanley Oganbor. The announcement followed a consultation meeting with the technical crew and was reported by Daily Post.

The retention signals the club’s intent to build on a stable core ahead of the new season, which is set to kick off on Friday, August 28, 2026. Barau FC says it will continue to scout and add new players to strengthen the squad before the campaign begins. Nicknamed the Maliya Boys, the club aims to maintain continuity from last season, potentially reducing integration time for newcomers and improving early‑season performance.

For fans, this means a familiar lineup to watch, while bettors and fantasy players may factor in the retained core when assessing the team’s prospects. Other NPFL clubs monitoring the transfer market should note that Barau remains active in recruitment despite the retained list. Supporters planning to attend matches or follow the season can mark August 28 as the opening date and consider how the retained players might influence early‑season results.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/07/02/npfl-barau-fc-retain-21-players-for-2026-27-season/