NNL: Maikaba Targets Immediate NPFL Return With Bayelsa United

Bayelsa United technical adviser Abdu Maikaba is optimistic about guiding the club back to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) following their relegation to the Nigeria National League ,NNL, last season.

The Yenagoa-based side are targeting an immediate return to the top flight after an encouraging pre-season campaign in which they recorded just one defeat in 15 matches, scoring an impressive 45 goals.

Maikaba Eyes Promotion

Maikaba believes the team’s pre-season performances reflect their attacking strength, growing understanding and determination to secure promotion at the end of the campaign.

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“Our pre-season performances have given us great confidence. Scoring 45 goals in 15 matches is a testament to the attacking quality within this squad,” Maikaba told the club’s media.

“However, we know that the real test begins on Sunday. We are fully focused on starting the season strongly and working collectively towards our ultimate objective of returning Bayelsa United to the NPFL.”

The Prosperity Boys will begin their promotion campaign against Abia Comets in their opening NNL fixture in Umuahia on Sunday.

Maikaba and his players will be hoping to translate their impressive pre-season form into a positive result as they begin their quest for an immediate return to the Nigerian top flight.

Adeboye Amosu is a seasoned sports journalist and Senior Content Writer with extensive experience covering Nigerian football and international football. He specializes in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), provides insightful coverage, match reports, news, and analysis of the domestic game. Adeboye also follows the Super Eagles of Nigeria and Chelsea, bringing his knowledge of the teams, players, and competitions to his writing.