Nigeria: Akwa United Coach Resigns

Jonh Obuh has resigned from his post as coach of Nigeria Professional League side Akwa United after a disappointing eight matches in the 2019/20 season.

Obuh, who officially joined the club in August, submitted his resignation letter to the club on Monday afternoon, saying that it has been triggered by the level of indiscipline and insubordination by some of the players.

The Promise Keepers confirmed the development in a statement made available to Ducor Sports, indicating that they had accepted the veteran gaffer’s decision.

“In the aftermath of a disappointing eight-match start to the 2019/2020 NPFL season by Akwa United FC, Head Coach of the team John Obuh has resigned his appointment with immediate effect. Meanwhile, the club has accepted the resignation with mixed feelings,” reads part of the statement.

“Yes, coaches take responsibility when things go awry, yet we can testify to the professionalism and discipline you brought to bear in the running of the club including your untiring belief in the God factor in the life of this great organisation. We will miss you,” the statement further reads.

Akwa United have had a spluttering start to the season managing just a single win, four draws and three defeats in eight matches.

They are ranked in 16th position on the log with 7 points, 10 points adrift league leaders Plateau United.

Before joining the Promise Keepers, Obuh has had coaching spells at Sharks, FC Ifeanyi Ubah, Kwara United amongst other clubs.

He also led the Golden Eaglets to silver finish at the 2009 FIFA U-17 World Cup hosted by Nigeria.

Akwa are scheduled to host Rivers United this Wednesday at Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo.