Super Eagles striker Sadiq Umar and Kaduna North federal lawmaker Bello El-Rufai have completed the takeover of Rancher Bees FC, confirming their joint ownership of the Kaduna-based football club.

The team, once a prominent force in Nigerian football and known for producing several national team players, will compete in the Nigeria National League in the new season.

Speaking on the acquisition, Sadiq said the move was motivated by a desire to revive the club’s status in the game. I and my partner, Hon. Bello El-Rufai want to return the club to its old glory days. Growing up, I watched Rancher Bees of Kaduna, a club that produced countless players. It’s a thing of pride and joy for us to be the bona fide owners of the club,” he stated.

He added that their immediate objective is to secure promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League. “I’m elated by the feedback from Rancher Bees supporters and the people of Kaduna. We will bring back the old memories of the club and return the fans to the stadium,” he said.

The new owners have pledged to build on the club’s history while pursuing competitive results in the coming season.