Enyimba Bolster Squad with Nine New Signings Ahead of NPFL Campaign
Nine-time Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions, Enyimba FC, have made a strong statement ahead of the season by announcing the signing of nine new players.
Among the high-profile arrivals is former NPFL top scorer Junior Lokosa, who joins the People’s Elephant on a free transfer. The 31-year-old striker, once a lethal force in the NPFL with Kano Pillars, has also played for Remo Stars and Sporting Lagos, as well as clubs abroad, including Esperance (Tunisia), Simba SC (Tanzania), and Al Rayyan (Qatar).
A Strong Mix of Talent
Enyimba’s latest acquisitions bring a blend of experience and youthful energy, with reinforcements in all areas of the pitch.
Here’s a look at the new signings:
Afolayan Peters (Centre-back) – joins from Heartland FC to strengthen the defense.
Opeoluwa Olufemi (Attacking Midfielder) – recruited from Sunshine Stars to add creativity.
Gozie Umeh (Defensive Midfielder) – another Sunshine Stars player making the switch.
Quadiri Olusunkanmi (Midfielder) – arrives from Heartland FC.
Solomon Onome (Left-back) – adds depth to the defensive unit.
Nelson Michael (Midfielder) – previously with Ethiopia’s Shashemene Kanema.
Ebube Michael (Defender) – another solid addition to the backline.
With these signings, Enyimba look poised to challenge for yet another league title, bringing in players with top-flight experience and versatility.
Ambitions for the Season
Enyimba have consistently remained one of the strongest teams in Nigerian football, and these new acquisitions suggest they are not settling for anything less than silverware. Their squad depth, particularly with the addition of Lokosa’s goal-scoring pedigree, could prove crucial in the race for the NPFL title and continental competitions.
Fans will be eager to see how the new signings integrate into the team and whether Enyimba can reclaim their dominance in Nigerian football.
