NPFL:  I am ready to lead the team to greater heights - New Enyimba coach

Yemi Olanrewaju has embraced the new Challenge as Enyimba Head Coach, saying he is honoured and determined to lead the club to success.

Enyimba's new head coachm, who had previously managed the "People's Elephant" on an interim basis following Finidi George's departure, officially signed a one-year contract on Tuesday.

The 32-year-old, who was an assistant coach for the Golden Eaglets, is eager to make his mark with the nine-time NPFL champions.

“I’m honoured to take on this new role and grateful to the club’s chairman, Kanu Nwankwo, for the trust he has placed in me.

“We’ve built a strong foundation, and I’m excited to lead the team to even greater heights,” Yemi said via Enyimba's Website.

Olanrewaju's immediate challenge will be rebuilding the squad after key players departed at the end of the last season. He emphasised his focus on integrating new signings seamlessly.

"We have good players and made some excellent signings. We are focused on integrating them quickly and efficiently. Nobody will listen to excuses; they only want results, and they want them as soon as possible," Yema explained.

Meanwhile, Enyimba's chairman Kanu Nwankwo showered praises on the new Coach's contributions to the team’s success.

“Coach Yemi has been an invaluable member of our coaching staff. 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,” Kanu said.

The coach knYema will begin his journey as Enyimba head coach when the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) starts on August 31st.