Samuel Ayodeji Bamidele has finalised a move from Shooting Stars SC in Nigeria to Zambian giants Power Dynamos FC, signing a two year contract through until 2027. The 26 year old central defender joins as part of a significant recruitment drive aimed at strengthening the squad ahead of the 2025/26 MTN Super League season and a return to the CAF Champions League.
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Bamidele brings an imposing physical presence, aerial dominance and leadership qualities that bolster a defence renowned for its ambition. He joins four other new signings including Kenyan golden‑boot hero Moses Shumah to reinforce the club’s bid for domestic and continental success.
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Upon his unveiling, Bamidele expressed his delight: "It’s a new adventure for me and I’m ready to give everything for my new team". Power Dynamos, nicknamed Aba Yellow, have clearly set their sights high after clinching the 2024/25 Zambian Premier League title.
Bamidele's arrival follows in the footsteps of other Nigerian imports. Dennis Nya, also 28, previously earned two end‑of‑season awards at Zesco United and joins Dynamos as they aim to maintain the Champions League push. The timing is perfect the squad departs soon for a pre‑season training camp in Johannesburg, laying the groundwork for what promises to be a challenging campaign across both domestic and continental fronts.
Editorial
We view Bamidele’s move to Power Dynamos as a strategically astute decision for both player and club. At 26, he arrives during his prime, bringing defensive solidity, leadership, and aerial strength all essential traits for a team with ambitions extending to the CAF Champions League.
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Power Dynamos’ ambition is evident in their recruitment. A central defender like Bamidele reinforces their spine, while the acquisition of Moses Shumah adds firepower up front. We believe this balanced approach aligns perfectly with long‑term competitive goals.
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The club’s confidence in Nigerian talent is significant. Following Nya’s decorated spell in Zambia, Bamidele steps into a league where compatriots have already made an impact. His integration will be smoother thanks to both cultural familiarity and the support of seasoned team‑mates.
We also appreciate the practical planning displayed sending the squad to Johannesburg ahead of the season shows professionalism and commitment. We think these a club ready to challenge on all fronts.
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Our conviction is firm: with Bamidele anchoring the defence, Power Dynamos are better equipped than ever to compete for top honours in Zambia and beyond. And for Bamidele, it is a career-defining stage upon which to shine.
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Did You Know?
Power Dynamos, founded in 1971 in Kitwe, became the first and so far only Zambian club to win a continental trophy when they claimed the African Cup Winners’ Cup in 1991.
The club has won the Zambian Premier League eight times, including back-to-back titles in 2023 and 2024–25.
Power Dynamos play their home games at the Arthur Davies Stadium, which has a capacity of around 12,000 spectators.
Moses Shumah, one of the club’s key new signings, finished as the Kenyan Premier League top scorer in 2024–25 with 17 goals.
Dennis Nya, another Nigerian defender brought in by Power Dynamos, earned ‘Most Consistent Player’ and ‘Fans’ Player of the Year’ at Zesco United during the 2024–25 season.