NPFL: Ejeh steps down as Enyimba assistant coach

Kelvin Okechukwu Ejeh has resigned from his role as assistant coach at nine-time Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions Enyimba, according to the DAILY POST. He submitted his resignation letter to the club on Saturday. Ejeh cited irreconcilable differences with head coach Emmanuel Deutsch as the reason for his decision.

The experienced coach found it difficult to operate in a toxic environment. He told Completesports.com, "Enyimba is a club after my heart. It’s a club so dear to me, but you see, I don’t function effectively well under a toxic environment." Ejeh explained that when his boss began listening to gossip without consulting him, it became evident that trust had been lost, leading to the end of their working relationship.

Enyimba have had a disappointing start to the 2026/27 season, winning only one match out of six. The club will face Plateau United in a matchday seven game at the Enyimba International Stadium on Sunday.