Wikki Tourists are back in camp and fully focused as preparations intensify for the crucial NNL Super Eight playoff tournament.
With promotion to the NPFL at stake, the Bauchi Elephants are determined to make a triumphant return to top-tier Nigerian football.
Wikki Tourists FC have officially returned to training as they ramp up preparations for the upcoming Nigeria National League (NNL) Super Eight playoff tournament, where promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) will be on the line.
Popularly known as the Bauchi Elephants, the team resumed camp this week after a well-deserved 10-day Salah break that gave players and officials the opportunity to rest and celebrate the Eid festivities with their families.
The team’s return marks the beginning of an intensive build-up to what promises to be a fiercely competitive playoff showdown, as only four teams will earn promotion to the elite division.
Wikki Tourists head into the Super Eight on a strong footing, having emerged as Group C winners in the regular NNL season. They topped the group with 23 points from 19 matches, showcasing defensive discipline and tactical efficiency throughout the campaign. The team’s consistency across both home and away fixtures made them clear frontrunners in the northern section of the league.
Also qualifying from Group C is Barau FC, who put up a spirited fight during the season to secure their playoff berth. Group D, on the other hand, will be represented by Doma United and Yobe Desert Stars, both of whom have shown solid form and resilience in a challenging season.
From the Southern Conference, three teams have already sealed their places in the final eight. These include Kun Khalifat FC, the impressive Warri Wolves, and Crown FC. All three sides delivered strong performances in their respective groups, proving their readiness for top-flight competition.
The final spot in the eight-team playoff is still up for grabs, with Group B’s decisive game set to take place this weekend. Football fans across the country will be watching closely as the final team joins the lineup for one of Nigeria’s most anticipated football playoffs.
With promotion to the NPFL at stake, Wikki Tourists have intensified their training regimen under the watchful eyes of their coaching crew. The focus now is on maintaining peak physical condition, sharpening tactical awareness, and fostering team chemistry ahead of the crucial matches.
Sources within the club’s camp have indicated a high level of optimism among the players and staff. The team believes it has what it takes not only to compete but also to secure a return to the top tier of Nigerian football, a place they once occupied before relegation.
The club’s management, technical staff, and supporters alike are rallying behind the squad, emphasizing the importance of discipline, unity, and focus in the coming days.
The NNL Super Eight playoff tournament is expected to feature knockout-style matchups or group play, depending on the format adopted by the league organizers. Whichever structure is used, all eight teams will be battling for the four coveted promotion tickets.
For Wikki Tourists, this campaign is about redemption, legacy, and ambition. Having been one of the more recognized clubs in northern Nigeria, they are determined to use this opportunity to restore their position in the NPFL and continue building a team capable of competing at the highest level.
As the countdown begins, the heat of competition is rising, and Wikki Tourists are back on the grind, ready to fight for glory.
