Barau FC: The Journey to the Top Begins

The Nigerian football scene has witnessed a remarkable feat with Barau Football Club’s (BFC) promotion to the Nigeria National League (NNL) from the Nationwide League One (NLO). This achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the team’s management and players.

Barau FC’s historic promotion to the NNL

Senator Barau Jibrin, the Deputy President of the Senate, received the club’s management and players at the National Assembly complex in Abuja to congratulate them on their victory. The team’s triumph was sealed with a 3-2 penalty shootout win over Yoca Crocodiles.

“I wish to start by thanking Almighty God for this victory and thanking the management and the players for the hard work and dedication that culminated in this victory. When I established this club, I intended to make it a global brand. This has not changed. So, the journey has just started. This is the beginning of the beginning.” - Senator Barau Jibrin

Senator Barau’s vision for the club is to make it a global brand, contributing to the growth, employment, and development of the country’s youth. He challenged the management and players to get ready for restructuring, assuring them of his commitment to making the club world-class.

Senator Barau Jibrin with Barau FC

The Senator’s commitment to the club’s success is evident in his donation of a new coaster bus, one motorcycle to each player, and a N5 million bonus to the management and players.

“Insha Allah, by next year, we will all converge here to celebrate our promotion to the Premier League. You will go international. By God’s grace, this club will be the pride of all Nigerians.” - Senator Barau Jibrin

As Barau FC embarks on this new journey, they have their sights set on the Premier League. With Senator Barau’s guidance and the team’s determination, the sky’s the limit for this Nigerian football club.

Barau FC’s journey to the top has just begun