The Ekiti State Government, owners of Ekiti United Football Club, is pleased to officially announce the appointment of Coach Idris Bolarinwa as the substantive Head Coach of Ekiti United FC ahead of the upcoming Nigeria National League (NNL) season.
This bold step by the state government is aimed at strengthening the team’s technical capacity and ensuring that Ekiti United FC competes favorably with other clubs in the NNL. Coach Bolarinwa’s appointment follows a rigorous selection process, which included extensive deliberations and interviews with several qualified applicants.
The state government expressed confidence that under his leadership, Ekiti United FC will excel and deliver impressive performances in the new season, given his vast knowledge and experience in Nigerian football.
Coach Idris Bolarinwa comes with an enviable pedigree.
*He is a CAF A Licence Coach,
*A LaLiga A Certified Coach, *Holds a Coerver Coaching *Certificate from the Netherlands.
He has traveled widely to football-playing nations in pursuit of knowledge and excellence.
His coaching career highlights include:
Former Head Coach of Green Lock FC, where he led the team on a three-week training tour at Antalyaspor, Turkey .
Winner of Best Coach at the 2025 Pan-African Tournament .
Former Assistant Coach to Paul Offor and Edith Agoye at Grassrunner FC.
Former Head Coach of the Ekiti Cadet Team .*
Winner of the Ekiti State FA Cup in 2021 .
Former Head Coach of Phoenix ASC, Ado Ekiti .
Speaking on the appointment, the Technical Advisor to the Ekiti State Government on Sports Development, Dr. Mrs. Olusola Osetoba, commended the choice of Coach Bolarinwa. She expressed confidence that he will not disappoint the good people of Ekiti State and the passionate supporters of Ekiti United FC.
In his acceptance speech, Coach Idris Bolarinwa appreciated the Ekiti State Government for the opportunity and assured the people of the state and fans of Ekiti United FC of his utmost commitment. He promised to give nothing but the best in leading the team to success.
