A former captain of the Nigerian Super Eagles, Daniel Amokachi has been appointed as Special Adviser on Sports to President Muhammadu Buhari.
The letter of appointment dated August 17 by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation Boss Mustapha reads: “I am pleased to inform you that Muhammadu Buhari, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria has approved your appointment as Special Assistant on Sports.
“The appointment takes effect from the 11th of August, 2020.”
As Special Assistant on Sports, Amokachi is expected to advise the President on all sports matters.
The Former Everton of England player was named Nigeria’s Football Ambassador in 2020.