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President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed former Super Eagles player, Daniel Amokachi, as a Special Assistant on Sports.
Amokachi’s appointment letter, dated August 17, 2020, was signed by Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha.
The federal ministry of youth and sports development said in a statement today that the former Eagles assistant coach is expected to advise the president on sports matters.
“I am pleased to inform you that Muhammadu Buhari , President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria has approved your appointment as Special Assistant on Sports,” the statement read.
“The appointment takes effect from the 11th of August, 2020. As Special Assistant on Sports, Amokachi is expected to advise the President on all sports matters.
“The Former Everton of England player was earlier in the year named Nigeria’s Football Ambassador. Although a ceremonial role, as Ambassador he is expected to mentor youngsters.”
The appointment comes about six months after the president named the 47-year-old as Nigeria’s football ambassador.
Amokachi was part of the Nigerian team that participated in the 1994 and 1998 FIFA World Cups in USA and France respectively.
He won the 1994 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) and also helped secure the Olympic gold medal in 1996, scoring in the final against Argentina.
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