Coach Umar Abdullahi has bid farewell to Akwa United FC and has been unveiled as the brand new Technical Adviser for Gombe United FC.
On March 3, 2025, Umar posted an emotional goodbye on his Fb, reflecting on his time with Akwa United, the place he had labored for practically a decade. He thanked the membership and its supporters, expressing his gratitude for the experiences he gained, together with a training course in Brazil. He additionally talked about the help he obtained from his late spouse and from his mentor, Elder Paul Bassey, the Commissioner for Sports activities in Akwa Ibom.
Umar’s farewell message learn, “Finish of an Period. From 2016 to January 30, 2025, heavy to say goodbye to the Akwa United household. Because of all Akwaibomites in your love. To my Daddy, my boss, and my mentor, Elder Paul Bassey, I actually respect all the things. Solely God can reward you. Akwa United, I want you all the very best. I’ll actually miss you a lot.”
Umar left Akwa United in January 2025 after new head coach Kennedy Boboye made modifications to the teaching employees.
On March 4, 2025, Gombe United FC introduced Umar Abdullahi as their new Technical Adviser. This follows the departure of Coach Bala Nkiyu. Gombe United’s Common Supervisor, Alh. Anas Bamusa, stated that Umar’s appointment was primarily based on his robust monitor report and shared imaginative and prescient for the way forward for the membership.
Bamusa defined, “Coach Umar’s appointment relies on his expertise and the soccer philosophy that matches what our followers love. His earlier work with Coach Aliyu, and the enhancements he made at Akwa United, present he has the flexibility to rebuild and strengthen our workforce.”
In his first assertion as Gombe United’s new Technical Adviser, Umar stated, “I’m completely happy to be right here. Gombe United is a membership with a novel tradition, and I really respect the nice and cozy welcome. We all know the challenges forward, however I consider find options, not making excuses. My precedence is to construct a powerful workforce that delivers outcomes. The workforce comes first earlier than any particular person.”
Earlier than becoming a member of Gombe United, Umar had labored at Akwa United from 2016 to 2025, the place he helped the workforce keep away from relegation final season with key victories, together with an essential away win over Plateau United and a draw towards Gombe United. His expertise makes him an incredible addition to Gombe United as they work to enhance their squad.
