Coach Shuaib presents Sunday Agunbiade (Mr VAR), a Kano Pillars Jersey,Cherishes his fearless drive for Nigeria League


By Faith Emmanuel

Former home based Super Eagles and U23 Keepers trainer, Coach Shuaib Suleiman presented a Kano Pillars a customised replica Jersey to the Ibadan based journalist, Sunday Agunbiade popularly known as Mr VAR. 


The 1984 National U20 shot stopper appreciated the driving spirit of the lone ranger journalist for his relentless and unbiased reportage of league activities and review of league visuals across social media platforms with a view to addressing social ills in Nigeria league football. 


"We at Kano Pillars cherish your blunt analysis and fearless coverage of league activities. Your love and zeal to make this league better is Unquantifiable, and no amount of money can buy your conscience. I hereby present to you a replica customized Jersey of Sai Masu gida to you as a token of appreciation for your drive. Keep it up and don't be discouraged please."

The former Enyimba, Rangers, and U17 Keepers trainers advised

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