Shooting Stars Appoint Salisu Yusuf as New Technical Adviser After Aweroro Exit

Shooting Stars Sports Club (3FC) of Ibadan has officially announced the appointment of veteran tactician Salisu Yusuf as their new Technical Adviser. The confirmation, made on Friday, August 14, 2026, marks a swift transition for the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) outfit following the sudden departure of head coach Nurudeen Aweroro.

Aweroro’s exit was part of a broader shake-up within the Oluyole Warriors’ coaching department. Alongside the head coach, Team Manager Tammy Tamuno and Assistant Coach Shakiru Lawal have also parted ways with the Ibadan-based club. The sweeping changes underscore management’s desire to reset the team’s technical direction and inject fresh ambition ahead of a demanding domestic campaign.

Salisu Yusuf brings an unmatched wealth of experience to the Ibadan-based side. Having previously managed some of the biggest clubs in the Nigeria Premier Football League—including Kano Pillars, Enyimba International, and Enugu Rangers—Yusuf is no stranger to high-pressure environments. Furthermore, his extensive work with the Nigerian National Teams, including the Super Eagles and the Olympic team, makes him one of the most qualified tacticians in the country. The Shooting Stars management is banking on his deep tactical understanding and proven track record of developing talent to return the club to the pinnacle of Nigerian football.

The task ahead for Yusuf is formidable. Replacing Nurudeen Aweroro, whose departure came alongside Team Manager Tammy Tamuno and Assistant Coach Shakiru Lawal, means rebuilding the technical structure from the ground up. The passionate fanbase of the Oluyole Warriors at the Lekan Salami Stadium demands immediate results and entertaining football. Yusuf’s immediate priority will be assessing the current squad, identifying key areas for reinforcement, and instilling defensive discipline and offensive fluidity before their next league fixture.

Supporters of the legendary club will be eager to see how Yusuf’s vast experience translates onto the pitch. With the league growing increasingly competitive, the appointment of a high-profile coach like Yusuf is a bold statement of intent by the Shooting Stars board. Whether this transition will spark the long-awaited resurgence for the Ibadan giants remains to be seen, but the journey under Yusuf’s tutelage promises to be one of the most compelling storylines of the NPFL season.