El-Kanemi Warriors, a football club hailing from Borno, has clinched a highly sought-after position in the Nigeria National League (NNL) Super Eight playoffs following an impressive performance in Group C of the competition.
Their journey to qualification was marked by a hard-fought victory over Yobe Desert Stars, securing a lone goal and propelling them to the top of the Group C standings with an impressive 34 points from 16 games.
Having secured their spot, El-Kanemi Warriors now shifts its focus to the Super Eight playoffs, where they aim to compete for the prestigious title of 2024 NNL champions.
Yet, the battle for the final slot from Group C rages on, with Nasarawa United and Wikki Tourists set to contend for the coveted position.
El-Kanemi Warriors joins Sokoto United and Sporting Supreme as the first three teams to secure their place in the championship playoffs.
 In the upcoming playoffs, two teams will advance from each group to compete in the promotion playoffs, heightening the competition as clubs vie for progression.
As excitement mounts for the Super Eight playoffs, football enthusiasts eagerly await the exhilarating matchups and the crowning of the ultimate NNL champion for 2024.