In a significant shake-up at Rivers United FC, long-standing coach Stanley Eguma has been sacked as the club’s Technical Manager. marks the end of an era for the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) team.
Eguma, a stalwart of Nigerian football, first took the reins at Dolphins in 2008. He continued his tenure when Dolphins and Sharks merged to form Rivers United in 2016. Over the years, Eguma has been instrumental in shaping the team and contributing to its successes.
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However, in a statement released by Charles Mayuku, the Media Officer of Rivers United, the club confirmed that Eguma’s appointment had been officially terminated. The decision, according to the club, is in pursuit of a new direction aimed at achieving the objectives and goals of the team.
In the wake of Eguma’s departure, the club has appointed Evans Ogenyi as the head coach in an acting capacity. Ogenyi, who previously served as the club’s Chief Coach, will lead the team until the end of the 2023/2024 NPFL season. This interim appointment is expected to ensure continuity and stability within the team during this period of transition.
Despite the change in leadership, the club conveyed its gratitude to Eguma for his services and wished him the best in his future endeavors. Eguma’s contributions to Rivers United and Nigerian football at large have been significant, and his departure marks the end of an era.
As Rivers United embarks on this new chapter, all eyes will be on Ogenyi and the team. The upcoming matches will be crucial in setting the tone for the team’s future under its new leadership. Fans and stakeholders alike will be eagerly watching how this transition unfolds and impacts the team’s performance in the NPFL.
