NPFL: Enyimba Celebrate Nwankwo Kanu’s Appointment, Hail Abia Governor

Enyimba Football Club have welcomed ex-international, Kanu Nwankwo as the new chairman of the club, following his appointment into the role by the Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti.

Kanu, a global football icon replaces long-serving Chief Felix Anyansi Agwu.

Anyansi Agwu’s departure represents a major changing of the guard for Enyimba having served as chairman since 2001. He will be remembered for the club’s major accomplishments over two decades, including two CAF Champions League trophies and nine Premier League titles.

Kanu meanwhile brings to Enyimba a wealth of footballing experience, being an Olympic gold medalist, a Champions League winner and two-time African Footballer of the Year.His appointment takes effect immediately.