Abia Warriors have turned to former Super Eagles goalkeeper Ike Shorunmu to lead the team for the rest of the campaign. The club’s management made the decision following the suspension of head coach Imama Amapakabo and his assistant Bethel Orji.
Both Amapakabo and Orji were told to stay away from all team activities after Abia Warriors suffered a 2-0 loss at home to Kun Khalifat FC on Sunday. That defeat ended any hopes the club had of qualifying for continental competition.
Adding to the team’s woes, Abia Warriors also fell to Ahudiyannem FC in the semifinals of the Abia State FA Cup. The Umuahia-based side will finish their season with an away match against Warri Wolves.