Buhari appoints Amokachi as football ambassador

President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed Daniel Amokachi, former Super Eagles player and assistant coach, as Nigeria’s football ambassador.

Amokachi’s appointment was announced on Tuesday via the Nigeria presidency official Twitter handle.

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PRESIDENT BUHARI APPOINTS DANIEL AMOKACHI NIGERIA’S FOOTBALL AMBASSADOR

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President @MBuhari has appointed retired Nigerian professional footballer, former Super Eagles player and Assistant Coach, Daniel Amokachi, as Nigeria’s Football Ambassador.

— Presidency Nigeria (@NGRPresident) February 4, 2020

“President Buhari has appointed retired Nigerian professional footballer, former Super Eagles player and Assistant Coach, Daniel Amokachi, as Nigeria’s Football Ambassador,” the tweet read.

“As Nigeria’s Football Ambassador, a largely ceremonial role, Amokachi will assist the Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development to scout for talents, be part of processes to revive the country’s football development, as well as mentor young sports men and women.”

The 47-year-old former professional footballer was part of the Nigerian team that participated in the 1994 and 1998 FIFA World Cups in USA and France respectively.

He won the 1994 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) and also helped win the Olympic gold medal in 1996, scoring in the gold medal game against Argentina.

During his time as coach, Amokachi managed Nasarawa United and later Enyimba FC of Aba. In April 2007, he left his role as assistant coach of the Nigeria national team.