Shehu Abdullahi Retires from Football, Pursues Politics

Shehu Abdullahi, a 33-year-old former defender for the Super Eagles, has officially retired from professional football to focus on a political career. He plans to contest for a seat in Nigeria's House of Representatives during the 2027 general elections, specifically targeting the Sokoto North and Sokoto South federal constituency seats.

Abdullahi has had a notable football career, representing Nigeria at various levels including U-17, U-20, U-23, and the senior national team, making 37 appearances for the Super Eagles between 2014 and 2019. His club career included stints with several European teams such as Anorthosis Famagusta FC, Bursaspor, AC Omonia, and Levski Sofia, before returning to Kano Pillars in 2024.

Following his retirement, he has reportedly been appointed as a special assistant in the Commission for Sports and Youth Mobilization in Sokoto State. His former teammate, Ahm Garba Yaro, confirmed Abdullahi's shift from football to politics.