NPFL: Why we sacked Stanley Eguma-Rivers United

Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Rivers United have officially confirmed the departure of long-serving manager, Stanley Eguma.

In a statement on their social media account on Saturday, the club explained the decision to part ways with the veteran coach, fondly nicknamed the “Arsene Wenger of the Nigerian League.”

“The Management of Rivers United FC announces the termination of Coach Stanley Eguma’s appointment as Technical Manager,” the statement read. “This decision is in pursuit of a new direction aimed at achieving the club’s objectives and goals.”