Emir of Bauchi Assures Support for Wikki Tourists FC Ahead of NNL Super Eight Playoff

By Adamu IMAM, Bauchi

Emir of Bauchi Assures Support for Wikki Tourists FC Ahead of NNL Super Eight Playoff

By Adamu Imam, Bauchi     1st July 2015

As part of its build-up to the Nigeria National League (NNL) Super Eight Playoff, Wikki Tourists Football Club has received royal blessings and firm support from the Emir of Bauchi, His Royal Highness Alhaji (Dr) Rilwanu Sulaimanu Adamu.

This was disclosed by Team Media and Publicity Officer, Nasiru Kobi, shortly after the visit to the Emir's palace in Bauchi on Monday. 

The Emir gave the assurance when he received a delegation from the club, led by Chairman Engineer Auwal Gotal, at his palace.

  Emir of Bauchi with Wikki Tourists FC Officials with 

The visit was part of the club's engagement with key stakeholders aimed at seeking moral, spiritual, and communal support as the team prepares for the decisive playoff that will determine its return to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL).

In his remarks, the Emir lauded the club for its efforts and resilience throughout the season, noting that Wikki Tourists FC is not just a football team but a symbol of pride and unity for Bauchi State. He emphasized that the club rightly belongs in the top-flight NPFL and called on all stakeholders to rally behind the team.

  The Emir with Wikki Tourists Players

Earlier, Chairman of the club, Engr. Auwal Gotal, thanked the Emir for always being a pillar of support to the team. He informed the royal father that the purpose of the visit was to officially notify him of the club's qualification for the Super Eight and to seek his fatherly advice, prayers, and continued encouragement.

The Chairman, on behalf of the team, presented a specially prepared Wikki Tourists FC souvenir to the Emir as a token of appreciation and respect. A group photograph was later taken with members of the delegation and palace officials, symbolizing the strong bond between the club and the traditional institution.

This visit is one of several strategic engagements by Wikki Tourists FC as it intensifies preparations for the NNL Super Eight Playoff scheduled to hold in Asaba, Delta State, with promotion to the top division as the ultimate goal.