The Ondo State Soccer Company (ODSFA) has formally appointed Coach Bobola Akinfolarin as the brand new Head Coach of Sunshine Stars Soccer Membership, marking the start of a brand new chapter for the Akure-based facet forward of the brand new Nigeria Nationwide League (NNL) season.
The revealing ceremony befell on the ODSFA headquarters in Akure, with the company’s Chairman, Mr. Divine Ogbonnaya, Crew Supervisor Tokunbo Akinyelure, Administrative Secretary Lanre Abiodun, and different high officers in attendance.
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Akinfolarin, a proud indigene of Ondo State and former Sunshine Stars participant, signed a one-season contract with the membership. He brings a wealth of expertise to the position, holding a CAF B Teaching License and an Superior Certificates from the Nationwide Institute for Sports activities (NIS).
Earlier than his appointment, Akinfolarin served as Technical Director of Sunshine Queens FC and beforehand labored as assistant coach below revered tacticians together with Bala Abubakar, Kennedy Boboye, and Kayode Olujoungbe.
Talking after signing his contract, the previous defender expressed gratitude for the chance and pledged to revive Sunshine Stars to the Nigeria Premier Soccer League (NPFL).
“That is dwelling for me, and I absolutely perceive what Sunshine Stars imply to the individuals of Ondo State. I admire the belief the company has positioned in me, and I’m prepared to provide my all to convey the membership again to the place it belongs — the NPFL,” Akinfolarin stated.
ODSFA Chairman, Mr. Divine Ogbonnaya, hailed the appointment as each strategic and symbolic, describing Akinfolarin as a “true son of the soil” who embodies the spirit and ambition of the membership.
“Coach Akinfolarin’s appointment is a well-deserved one. His understanding of the membership’s tradition and his confirmed monitor report make him the precise man to steer this mission. We’re assured he’ll take Sunshine Stars to higher heights,” Ogbonnaya acknowledged.
Sunshine Stars FC will start their new marketing campaign this weekend with an away conflict in opposition to Edel FC in Awka, as they set their sights on incomes a swift return to Nigeria’s high flight.
