Versatile utility player, Evans Ogbonda, has officially extended his stay with eight-time Nigeria league champions, Rangers International FC, signing a new two-year contract that will keep him at the Coal City side until the end of the 2026/2027 football season.
The deal was finalized on Monday, July 7, 2025, at the club’s corporate office in Enugu, with General Manager/CEO, Amobi Ezeaku Esq., and Administrative Secretary, Barrister Alex Egbo, present.
Ogbonda, a Rivers-born footballer, expressed his delight and commitment to the club. “Rangers remains the biggest club in the country despite what happened last season,” a determined Ogbonda stated.
“I am remaining here to help push for the realization of our collective target in the coming season. Enugu people have shown me love and I won’t turn my back on them because we went through a little bad patch in our chase last season. Rangers shall return to its rightful position by the end of next season.”
He credited his decision to extend his contract to his appreciation for the people of Enugu, as well as the coaching staff and management’s dedication to player welfare.
Rangers CEO, Amobi Ezeaku Esq., lauded Ogbonda’s professionalism and voiced confidence in the club’s prospects for the upcoming season.
“Evans has displayed a high level of professionalism,” Ezeaku remarked after the signing. “I believe that we shall have a much better 2025/2026 season. The coaches and scouting team have done marvelously in their recruitment drive and with what we have on the ground, I strongly believe that we shall get back the trophy at the end of the season.”
Ogbonda’s continued presence is a significant boost for Rangers as they aim to reclaim their top spot in Nigerian football.
