Kano Pillars FC, also known as Sai Masu Gida, recently organized a parley and luncheon with members of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) in Kano. The event aimed to foster a cordial relationship between journalists and club officials.

The current administration, led by the Chairman, Alhaji Ali Muhammad Umar a.k.a Ali Nayara, Mai Samba Kurna resumed office weeks before the start of the current 2024/2025 season. Over the years, there have been complaints of ill-treatment from the club and the Kano State Football Association (F.A.) towards sports journalists in the state.
Key issues include:
- the shielding of vital information, such as player profiles and transfer news.
- Last season, an incident occurred where then-coach Abdu Maikaba allegedly insulted journalists during a post-match interview. This led to a boycott of subsequent press conferences by SWAN members.
- Additionally, the Kano F.A., responsible for coordinating stadium access during home matches, has failed to provide journalists with proper access to cover games.
Speaking at the event, Kano Pillars Chairman Alhahi Ali Muhammad Umar (Mai Samba) apologized to SWAN members. He said, “We couldn’t organize a media briefing before the season started because we came in late and had to focus on rebuilding the depleted team. Moving forward, we will provide tags for journalists on matchdays and ensure their safety. We will also offer SWAN members slots when the team travels for away games.”
Following the interactive session, Kano SWAN Chairman Zaharadeen Saleh and Secretary Muzamil Dalha Yola were honored for their efforts in fostering reconciliation. Saleh expressed his gratitude, saying, “I thank the Kano Pillars chairman and the board for honoring SWAN members. The relationship between SWAN and Kano Pillars is strong. Disagreements are normal and help us improve. Our doors are always open whenever the club needs us.”

Muzamil Dalha, recently appointed as the Northern Media Coordinator for the Nigeria National League (NNL), was also recognized for his contributions to sports journalism.
Also honoured was the Director Media of the club Abubakar Dandago for his efforts in charting a harmonious relationship between the press and the club.

The Director Media also announced that the current administration sees the importance of information dissemination and his doors are open to journalists seeking information about the club.
Next for Kano Pillars is the ZOBIA CLASSIC when in a rescheduled outstanding fixture Kano Pillars will play hosts to Enyimba International FC this Thursday.