Yema pens deal as Enyimba head coach

In a move that has sent waves of excitement through the Nigerian football community, Yemi Daniel Olanrewaju has been promoted to head coach of Enyimba FC, signing a one-year contract.

Yema, as he is mostly called, joined the club two seasons ago as assistant coach to Finidi George and has been instrumental in the team’s success during that period. His tactical acumen and ability to motivate players have been key factors in his rise through the ranks.

“I’m honored to take on this new role and grateful to the club’s chairman, Kanu Nwankwo, for the trust he has placed in me,” Yema said. “We’ve built a strong foundation, and I’m excited to lead the team to even greater heights.”

Chairman Kanu Nwankwo praised Coach Yemi’s contributions to the team’s success and expressed confidence in his ability to lead the team as head coach.

“Coach Yemi has been an invaluable member of our coaching staff,” Kanu said. “We believe he has the skills and expertise to take the team to the next level, and we look forward to seeing the team thrive under his leadership.”

The news has been met with widespread jubilation from Enyimba FC fans, who are eagerly anticipating the new season. With Coach Yemi at the helm, the team is expected to be a force to be reckoned with in both domestic and continental competitions.