Gbenga Ogunbote appointed as Plateau United head coach
Former Shooting Stars, Enyimba, and Rangers International coach Gbenga Ogunbote has started his role as the new head coach of Plateau United. He replaces Shola Ayegun, who parted ways with the club after a series of disappointing results. The club is considering keeping Ayegun as an assistant, while Ogunbote is expected to bring in two assistants of his own. Plateau United is hoping for a turnaround in the second half of the season under their new leadership.
Match highlights
- Gbenga Ogunbote resumed duties as Plateau United's head coach ahead of the second stanza of the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League season.
- Ogunbote replaced Shola Ayegun, who left following poor results but may stay on as an assistant coach.
- Plateau United fans protested after a 1–0 home defeat to Abia Warriors last Sunday, expressing frustration with the team's performance.
- After 19 league matches, Plateau United sits 19th on the NPFL table with 19 points from six wins, one draw, and 12 defeats.
- Ogunbote is known for guiding teams to safety and previously led Rangers International to the Federation Cup title in 2018.
