Ikorodu City FC is in a precarious position as head coach Bright Ozebagbe has resigned after a tumultuous start to their Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) campaign. Having guided the team to promotion from the Nigeria National League (NNL), Coach Bright was expected to lead Ikorodu City through the challenges of top-flight football. However, after just five match days, the club finds itself rooted at the bottom of the NPFL table, with a disappointing string of results.
Ozebagbe’s resignation comes amid rising tensions with the club’s management. In a statement, the coach cited underappreciation from the management as a primary reason for his departure, despite his efforts in securing promotion and trying to stabilize the team in the NPFL. His exit is a major blow to Ikorodu City, which had placed hopes on his ability to navigate this crucial period.
This marks the second managerial change in the NPFL this season, following Lobi Stars’ decision to part ways with Eugene Agagbe. Lobi Stars moved swiftly to appoint Nigerian football legend Daniel Amokachi as their new head coach, a sign that clubs in the league are not hesitating to make bold decisions to turn their fortunes around.
Ikorodu City has announced that they will unveil a new coach in the coming days, but it remains to be seen who will take up the challenge of guiding the club out of its current struggles. With morale low and the team desperately needing points, the incoming manager will have their work cut out for them.
The resignation of Coach Bright Ozebagbe leaves Ikorodu City in a state of uncertainty. As they prepare to introduce a new coach, the focus will shift to rebuilding confidence within the squad and fighting for survival in a highly competitive NPFL season.
