CAF Nomination Excites Olowookere, Thanks NFF

CAF Nomination Excites Olowookere, Thanks NFF

Sampson Adedeji

The coach of the Nigeria's Flamingos Bankole Olowookere has expressed his excitement over his nominations by the Confederation of African Football, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

The football body in Africa, a few days ago, released the nominees for the women's awards, and Bankole's name was among the coaches nominated for the award.

The Nigerian side got to the quarter-final of the 2024 FIFA U17 Women's World Cup in the Dominican Republic through the efforts of Bankole.

"I'm excited to get my maiden nomination for the CAF Coach Of The Year Award.

"This came under my immense contribution and growth of women's football in Nigeria and the World Cup. 

"I want to appreciate the NFF for the faith and trust in me to lead the Nigeria U17 team", he said. The winner is expected to be announced on the 16th of December, 2024.