Eko Hot Blog reports that Following Finidi George’s departure from the reigning Nigeria Premier Football League champions, Yemi Olanrewaju, his assistant at Enyimba, will take over as head coach for the remainder of the season.
The club confirmed Olanrewaju’s appointment in a statement on Thursday, one week after the Nigeria Football Federation unveiled Finidi as the new Super Eagles coach.
“In light of coach George’s departure, Enyimba FC is pleased to announce the promotion of assistant coach Olanrewaju Yemi Daniel ‘Yema’ to the position of head coach until the end of the season,” the club said via a statement.
“Yema has been an integral part of the coaching staff, demonstrating his commitment, expertise, and leadership qualities throughout his tenure.”
Currently pursuing his UEFA B coaching licence in Scotland, Olanrewaju will oversee the remaining six NPFL games of the season.
Enyimba players bids farewell to Finidi
Along with Enyimba’s progress in the President Federation Cup.
Enyimba, currently third in the NPFL with 53 points after 32 games.
Note that they will face Abia Warriors on Sunday, followed by matches against Rivers United, league leaders Enugu Rangers, Bayelsa United, Sporting Lagos, and Plateau United in their last six fixtures.
Olanrewaju served as an assistant coach last season when Finidi guided the team to their ninth NPFL title at the Super 6 tournament in Lagos.
The former assistant coach at MFM and Vandrezzer now aims to complete what his predecessor started by securing Enyimba’s historic 10th title, marking his first major task in the NPFL.
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