Enyimba chairman Kanu Nwankwo has appealed to the club’s supporters to continue backing the team despite their difficult start to the new season.
The People’s Elephant suffered a 1-0 defeat to newcomers Inter Lagos at the Enyimba International Stadium, Aba, on Sunday, leaving them with three defeats from three league matches.
The nine-time champions, who only secured their top-flight status on the final day of last season, currently sit at the bottom of the table.
Emmanuel Deutsch’s side will look to turn their fortunes around when they host Sporting Lagos in a matchday fixture on Wednesday.
Kanu Rallies Support
Kanu urged the supporters not to lose faith in the team and called on them to remain behind the players as they fight to get their campaign back on track.
“The times have not been the most favourable. We understand the weight of the disappointing losses, and we are determined to make things right,” Kanu wrote in a statement posted on the club’s official X account.
“In the rain, you came out to support us against Inter Lagos. Though the result did not go our way, you supported us until the final minute, and we cannot take your support for granted.
“We implore you to stand with us as we wriggle our way out of this labyrinth.
“Next for us is the home game against Sporting Lagos on Wednesday as we seek our first win of the season. A win can be a propeller.
“We are used to victories, and we are proud of that culture. Come cheer us to victory as we kick off a resurgence. We will get it right.”
By Adeboye Amosu
