In an effort to curb growing media speculation within Nigerian football circles, both the National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) have officially refuted reports claiming that Eboboritse Uwejamomere has been appointed as an assistant coach for the country’s U-23 men’s national team, the Olympic Eagles.
Reports had recently surfaced across several digital platforms suggesting that Uwejamomere, who has earned recognition for his tactical involvement with the Golden Eaglets, had been drafted into the technical bench of the Olympic Eagles to bolster the side ahead of upcoming international commitments. However, high-ranking administrative figures from both the NSC and the NFF have moved swiftly to set the record straight, dismissing the claims as entirely unfounded.
Senior representatives from the sports governing bodies clarified that no such appointment has been discussed, approved, or finalized. Speaking on the matter, officials confirmed that the reports do not reflect the ongoing administrative plans of either the federation or the commission, stressing that technical appointments for any national team must follow a rigorous, formalized process before being made public.
Uwejamomere has steadily built a reputation within Nigeria’s youth development pathways, particularly through his association with the U-17 setup. His technical acumen and dedication to grassroots development have frequently earned him commendations among local football enthusiasts. As a result of his rising profile, his name is often linked with promotions within the national team structures whenever vacancies or reorganizations are anticipated. Nonetheless, the leadership of Nigerian football has emphasized that speculation should not be mistaken for official policy.
The Olympic Eagles, serving as the immediate feeder squad to the senior men’s team, the Super Eagles, occupy a vital position in the nation’s football hierarchy. The preparation and constitution of the technical crew tasked with steering the U-23 squad remain matters of paramount importance to both the NFF Technical and Development Committee and the sports commission. Sources indicate that any decision regarding the composition of the coaching staff will be meticulously vetted to align with long-term strategic benchmarks for Olympic qualification and continental competitions.
Administrators have therefore urged members of the media, stakeholders, and football supporters to disregard speculative reports and rely exclusively on official communiqués issued through the verified channels of the NFF. The football authority reiterated that when technical appointments are definitively made, announcements will be conducted through appropriate press briefings and formal statements.
For the time being, Eboboritse Uwejamomere remains detached from the Olympic Eagles technical setup, while the sports commission and the football federation continue their structured efforts to ensure all national teams are steered by competent and officially ratified personnel.