Enyimba No. 2 pens emotional message to 'selfless' Finidi George after leaving NPFL champions

Finidi George (right) and his former assistant Yemi Olanrewaju during their time together at NPFL champions Enyimba.

Enyimba No. 2 pens emotional message to 'selfless' Finidi George after leaving NPFL champions

Izuchukwu Akawor • Izuchukwu Akawor • 12:26 - 17.05.2024

The Enyimba assistant manager and Finidi George were part of the People's Elephant team that won the historic ninth NPFL title last season.

Enyimba assistant coach Yemi Olanrewanju has paid an emotional tribute to Finidi George after the latter departed the NPFL champions to take over as Super Eagles head coach.

Olanrewanju worked as Finidi's number two at the People's Elephant for two years before the Nigerian legend was appointed to lead the national team.

Enyimba coach salutes Finidi George

In a heartfelt message on social media, Olanrewanju hailed Finidi as "selfless, kind and compassionate" as well as being ‘a goal getter and result oriented’ despite his huge legendary status.

"Working with you for the past two years has been fun and inspiring. What you have done for me cannot be overemphasized," Olanrewanju wrote.

Ex-Enyimba boss Finidi George (right) and assistant, Yemi Olanrewaju (left) during an NPFL match.
Ex-Enyimba boss Finidi George (right) and assistant, Yemi Olanrewaju (left) during an NPFL match. (Photo Credit: Enyimba/X)

"You have always taken me as your own brother and always want me to be happy and most importantly progress."

He added: "May the Host of Heaven and all the Angels of God go with you and cause you to do exploits and the impossible with the Super Eagles.....gracias (thank you)."

New Super Eagles head coach Finidi George was unveiled on Monday.
New Super Eagles head coach Finidi George was unveiled on Monday. || X

The warm words highlight the strong bond between the two coaches during their successful spell together at the NPFL giants, Enyimba.

Finidi led the Aba giants to the Nigerian title last season as well as the CAF Champions League, CAFCL..

Finidi George led Enyimba to their 9th NPFL title last season but has left for bigger things.
Finidi George led Enyimba to their 9th NPFL title last season but has left for bigger things. | Facebook

His achievements have now earned him the chance to lead his country after being appointed as permanent successor to Jose Peseiro.

Olanrewanju clearly feels Finidi's presence will be sorely missed but has wished his former boss well in his new role with Nigeria.

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