Bayelsa United unveil Ladan Basso as new coach

Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side, Bayelsa United have unveiled Flying Eagles coach, Ladan Bosso, as their new Technical Adviser. 

Also unveiled was Whyte Ogbonda as the new head coach of the state-owned female team, Bayelsa Queens whose manager Domo Okara passed away a few weeks ago.

Speaking at the unveiling ceremony in Yenagoa, on Tuesday, Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri represented by his deputy, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakp, said the appointment of Ladan Bosso and Whyte Ogbonda is a clear indication that the state is ready to compete at all levels. 

Senator Ewhrudjakpo described the decision to employ the experienced tacticians as a strategic move to rejuvenate the team and build on their storied legacy.

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“Our previous coaches did well for us but we felt that is not where we ought to be and that is why we have taken this decision to bring experienced coaches like Ladan Bosso whom we all know his pedigree and Whyte Ogbonda… so we are ready to fight sporting wise”. 

Also, the commissioner for Sports Development, Bayelsa State, Hon. Daniel Igali noted that the proven track record of Bosso and Ogbonda and their abilities to foster young talents made the duo a valuable addition to the clubs.

 He also hinted at the state government’s expectation from the gaffers.

“Ladan Bosso and Whyte Ogbonda are two very accomplished coaches in the league and our expectation is they are going to push United and Queens a lot further in the League”. 

“Our expectation is continental football which I believe they know and we are confident that all things being equal we are going to get there,” said Igali.  

In his remarks, Bosso who is Flying Eagles coach and president of Nigerian coaches association expressed confidence that his team will compete at all fronts in the new NPFL season and other competitions.