By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
Nyima Nwagua has been named captain of Nigeria Professional Football League side Rivers United.
Nwagua took over the captaincy of Pride of Rivers from defender Festus Austin.
Festus was also appointed the new team coordinator.
The Port Harcourt club made the announcement on their official Twitter handle on Monday morning.
“We are delighted to announce that Nyima Nwagua has been named our new team captain. We wish @Nyimason28 every success as our captain,”the club tweeted.
“We are also delighted to announce that Festus Austin has been appointed our new Team Coordinator.
“Austin, a dedicated solid centre-back during his active days assumes the new role ahead of the new season having served dutifully as our captain
We wish Festus Austin every success.”
