Olorunleke Ojo joins Ethiopia’s Wolwalo FC after contract termination at Al-Merrikh

Olorunleke Ojo, former Super Eagles invitee, has completed his move to Wolwalo Adigrat University, an Ethiopian Premier League club. 

The 29-year-old goalkeeper’s transfer is a short-term deal with the struggling Ethiopian side.

Ojo’s international clearance and work permit have been successfully granted, and he joins the team immediately.

Ojo had been a free agent since his contract was terminated at Sudan’s Al-Merrikh SC, the club he joined in July 2024 from Enyimba.

Wolwalo are currently bottom of the league with only nine points from 19 matches and have conceded 24 goals — the second highest in the league.

Tsegaye Kidanemariam, coach of the struggling side, is optimistic that Ojo’s experience will aid the team in their battle for league survival.

After his unveiling, Ojo stated his happiness at joining the club and assured supporters of his commitment.

The goalkeeper, who won the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title with Enyimba in 2023, added that his motivation is the chance of being part of Wolwalo’s success.

“I am truly pleased to be present here; it is an honor to don the yellow jersey and represent Wolwalo,” Ojo said.

“I am committed to giving my all for Wolwalo and its supporters. It is a great pleasure for me to join this remarkable club, and I have felt warmly welcomed by everyone since my arrival.

“The chance to dedicate myself to hard work in Ethiopia and contribute to Wolwalo’s success serves as significant motivation for me.”

Ojo won a silver medal with the Super Eagles at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire. He was an unused substitute throughout the competition.