Kano SWAN hails Maikaba’s appointment as Flying Eagles head coach
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Kano State chapter, has congratulated Abdu Maikaba on his appointment as head coach of Nigeria’s U-20 men’s national team, the Flying Eagles, by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF).
This is contained in a statement on Friday in Kano by the association’s Secretary, Muhammad Nur-Tijani.
Mr Nur-Tijani described Mr Maikaba as a seasoned tactician who previously managed the Golden Eaglets and served as assistant coach of the Flying Eagles under Paul Aigbogun.
He recalled that Mr Maikaba had also handled top clubs including Enyimba, Wikki Tourists, Kano Pillars, and Plateau United.
The secretary added that Mr Maikaba guided Akwa United to victory in the 2017 Federation Cup, Nigeria’s oldest domestic football competition.
“SWAN Kano described his appointment as well deserved, in recognition of his dedication and contributions to Nigerian football,” he said.
The association expressed confidence that Mr Maikaba’s experience would bring renewed success to the Flying Eagles.
The chapter pledged its support and urged Nigerians to rally behind him as he leads the U-20 team to greater heights.
(NAN)
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