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'Looking forward to this new chapter' – Yobo revels in Nigeria appointment

The Everton legend is enchanted to be handling the Super Eagles and is looking forward to the challenge ahead

Joseph Yobo has expressed his delight at having landed a job in the Nigeria senior national team.

The Nigeria Football Federation announced on Wednesday the ex-Super Eagles captain will take charge from Imama Amapakabo as Gernot Rohr’s assistant.

This is a development the former Olympique Marseille and Everton man is looking forward to, while voicing his delight for the new role.

“Delighted to announce my appointment as the new assistant coach of the Super Eagles,” Yobo wrote on Instagram

“I'm honoured to be given this opportunity to serve.