Musa Denies Gifting Cars To Pillars Players And Officials

Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa, has categorically denied circulating social media claims alleging that he distributed luxury vehicles to players and officials of Kano Pillars Football Club following his recent appointment as the club’s General Manager.

Taking to his official X (formerly Twitter) account on Tuesday, Musa described the reports as entirely false and misleading. The rumour, which gained traction earlier in the day, alleged that Musa had gifted brand-new Toyota Land Cruisers to all team members and coaching staff to mark his return to the club in an executive role.

Reacting to the development, Musa dismissed the claims as baseless fabrications and urged the public and media to exercise caution and verify information before sharing it online.

“It has come to my attention that false information is being circulated claiming that I distributed cars to players and officials following my appointment as General Manager of Kano Pillars Football Club,” he wrote.

“This claim is entirely untrue.

I urge the public, media outlets, and individuals on social media to verify information from credible sources before sharing. Spreading unverified news not only misleads the public but also undermines the integrity of the club and its leadership.”

Musa concluded his statement by reaffirming his commitment to rebuilding Kano Pillars into a competitive force.

“Our focus remains on building a strong, disciplined, and successful team. Thank you for your understanding and continued support.”

A fact-check conducted by our correspondent revealed that the images of Land Cruiser SUVs being circulated were taken from an unrelated event. The photos were originally published in March 2024, showing vehicles donated by Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris to members of the State House of Assembly—completely unconnected to Musa or Kano Pillars.

Despite the misinformation, Musa remained unbothered and was seen participating in a training session with Pillars players on Tuesday. His dual role as both an active player and administrator marks a new chapter for the four-time Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) champions.

Musa was officially unveiled as the General Manager of Kano Pillars on Saturday, July 5, by the Kano State Government. In his first official meeting with the club’s board on Monday, he pledged to restore the club’s glory and reaffirm its status in Nigerian and African football.

“Kano Pillars is our club and one of the most successful in Nigeria, but in recent years, the story has changed,” Musa told the board.

“I want to assure everyone that, with your support and the backing of the board members, I will do everything possible to reposition the club and make it one of the finest—not just in Africa, but globally.

Having played for Pillars and gained experience from top European leagues, I believe I can contribute meaningfully to the club’s revival.”

He also emphasized the importance of unity, strategic planning, and dedication among all stakeholders to usher in a successful new era for the club under his leadership.