Kun Khalifat FC have officially named Emmanuel Osigwe as their new head coach, according to CompleteSports. Osigwe, a former Nigerian international striker, previously worked on Kun Khalifat’s technical team but has now taken full control following a major shake-up.
The club announced that its entire previous coaching and management staff which was led by Obinna Uzoho has been disbanded. Confirming his appointment, Osigwe said he will be assisted by Chinedu Okonkwo, who will serve as his assistant coach. He highlighted that his first match in charge will be an away game against Warri Wolves.
Osigwe holds a CAF B Coaching Licence, and his return brings both experience and a historic connection to the club. As a player, he once scored for Nigeria at the 1980 Olympic Games against Czechoslovakia.
Editorial
The appointment of Emmanuel Osigwe as head coach of Kun Khalifat FC is a bold and symbolic move one that blends heritage with ambition. In elevating a former national team striker, the club is not merely looking for tactician it is embracing identity.
Osigwe’s playing days gave him a far-reaching perspective, and his coaching journey suggests he is ready to translate his experiences into leadership. This is a club that has already made waves by restructuring its entire technical staff midseason a dramatic act of self-belief. Now, with Osigwe at the helm, they send a message they trust in legacy, in vision, and in reimagination.
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Yet this appointment is not without pressure. Kun Khalifat are new to the NPFL, and their early-season struggles prompted the overhaul. For Osigwe, success will not be measured just in points but in establishing a coherent structure, a style, and a culture.
If he succeeds, this could be more than a turnaround. It could become a foundation for long-term growth.
Did You Know?
- As a player, Emmanuel Osigwe scored for Nigeria at the 1980 Olympic Games, netting in a match vs. Czechoslovakia.
- Osigwe holds a CAF B Coaching Licence, showing he is qualified at a continental level.
- Kun Khalifat FC recently sacked their entire previous coaching and management staff following a draw with Nasarawa United.
- The club’s assistant coach under Osigwe will be Chinedu Okonkwo, who has worked with the team before.
- Kun Khalifat FC was founded in 2020, before making their debut in the NPFL for the 2025/26 season.
