Sixteen teams are set to compete in the inaugural NFF President’s NNL Preseason Tournament, taking place in Kaduna. This new initiative by Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President Ibrahim Musa Gusau aims to revitalize grassroots football, offering second-division clubs a competitive platform to prepare for the upcoming season.

The tournament, organized by Babs Integrated Services and the Kaduna State Football Association, will run from November 12-20, 2024, at Ahmadu Bello Stadium.

Teams are divided into four groups. Group A includes Kada Warriors FC, Osun United FC, Sabon Gari FA, and Triple O FA. Group B consists of Yobe Desert Stars FC, Yoca Crocodiles FC, TK FC, and Standard FC Zaria. In Group C, Gombe United FC, Basira FC, Zumunci FC, and TETE FA will compete. Group D features Barau FC, MD FA, Ikon Allah FA, and Kada Warriors Jnr. FC.

NFF President Ibrahim Gusau is expected to attend the tournament’s final match on November 20.