The Abia State Government has expressed concern over the gradual decline in the competitive stature of Enyimba International Football Club, Aba, Nigeria’s most decorated football club and one of the state’s most recognizable brands on the African continent.
Once a dominant force in Nigerian and continental football, Enyimba FC has in recent times struggled to replicate its historic successes. The club’s current 12th position on the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) 2025/2026 table falls short of the standard expected of a club of Enyimba’s pedigree. This development underscores the urgent need for strategic reforms, particularly in the areas of management, administration, and technical direction.
In line with the resolve of the Abia State Government to restore Enyimba FC to its rightful place among Africa’s elite clubs, reposition the club for sustainable growth, and strengthen its business and professional structure, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, the Executive Governor of Abia State, has approved the appointment of MR. DANIEL EKE as the new SPORTING DIRECTOR of Enyimba International Football Club, Aba.
This appointment follows the resignation of MR. IFEANYI EKWUEME as Sporting Director.
Mr. Daniel Eke is a product of the Enyimba FC feeder team and has steadily built an impressive career in football management and player development. Over the years, he has served in several technical and managerial capacities across top Nigerian clubs, including:
Mr. Eke has consistently demonstrated strong capacity in strategic career planning, helping players progress from lower leagues to top-flight football, building a solid roster of professional and international players, and successfully transitioning academy players into professional contracts.
The Abia State Government is confident that his experience, industry network, and technical competence will play a pivotal role in repositioning Enyimba FC as a competitive, professionally run, and globally respected football institution.
For the avoidance of doubt, the general public is hereby informed that MR. UCHE OKECHUKWU is a duly appointed and sworn-in MEMBER of the Enyimba FC Board, while MR. DANIEL EKE is the newly appointed SPORTING DIRECTOR of Enyimba International Football Club, Aba.
The Abia State Government remains committed to restoring the pride of Enyimba FC and leveraging sports as a tool for youth empowerment, economic growth, and positive global visibility for Abia State.
Signed: Prince Okey Kanu Hon. Commissioner for Information 01-02-2026
