Lobi Stars Sacks Coach, Appoints Daniel Amokachi As Technical Adviser

Lobi Stars Football Club of Makurdi has sacked Coach Eugene Agagbe and appointed former Super Eagles coach Daniel Amokachi as his replacement.

Coach Agagbe’s dismissal follows the team’s disappointing performance since the start of the 2024-2025 NPFL season.

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In a statement released on Sunday by the club’s Head of Media, Emmanuel Uja, it was revealed that the entire backroom staff has also been dismissed in the reshuffle.

The statement read, “In a major shakeup, the Board of Lobi Stars FC has officially relieved Coach Eugene Agagbe of his position as Chief Coach with immediate effect. This decision follows the Board’s review of Agagbe’s failure to meet a five-match win target, managing only one victory while losing three.

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“In a bold move, the Board has appointed former Super Eagles coach, Daniel Amokachi, as the new Technical Adviser of the club. Amokachi’s appointment also takes immediate effect, as the club seeks to revitalize its strategy and improve performance on the field.

“Additionally, all backroom staff have been relieved of their duties and instructed to reapply if they wish to continue with the club. They have been asked to hand over all club property in their possession to the club’s secretary immediately.”

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