The board of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) appointed George as the Super Eagles’ head coach on April 19.
The 52-year-old spent 20 months as assistant to Portuguese José Peseiro from the summer of 2022.
‘‘The job of the Super Eagles is a serious one.’’
NFF’s spokesperson said in a statement on Monday that the federation approved the recommendation of its technical and development committee to appoint George.
The result lifted Enyimba into second position with 51 points, while Heartland remained in 19th position with 26 points after 30 matches.
The Super Eagles were forced into a first half change as Moses Simon went off injured in the 34th minute.
“I will only rate the Eagles after the match against Mali.’’
Super Eagles assistant coach Finidi George says discipline and tactical switch in formation earned the team victory over Cote d’Ivoire on Thursday.
With this win, the two-time CAF Champions League winners will once again feature in the CAF top tier tournament.
Bendel Insurance have maintained their unbeaten run in the abridged Nigeria Premier Football League season.
