Gbenga Ogunbote Set for Plateau United Return as Club Seeks Turnaround

Veteran Nigerian coach Gbenga Ogunbote has been spotted at Plateau United’s training ground, fueling strong indications that he is set to take charge of the club ahead of the second stanza of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season.

Sources close to the club reveal that Ogunbote is expected to manage the Tin City side for the remainder of the campaign, replacing young gaffer Oluwasola Adegun, whose reign has been marred by inconsistent results and struggles on the pitch.

Although Plateau United are yet to make an official announcement, reports suggest that Ogunbote will be formally unveiled before the start of the second round of the season. His presence at training already points to early preparation and a hands-on approach as the club looks to steady the ship.

If confirmed, Ogunbote’s first test in charge will be a league clash against Wikki Tourists, a fixture that could set the tone for Plateau United’s push in the second half of the season.

The experienced tactician last managed Shooting Stars (3SC), where he once again demonstrated his ability to organize teams and compete at the top level of Nigerian football.

Opinion: Experience Over Experiment as Plateau United Hit Reset

Plateau United’s decision to turn to Gbenga Ogunbote feels less like a gamble and more like a calculated reset. In a league as demanding as the NPFL, experience often proves invaluable—especially when a team is struggling for form and confidence.

Ogunbote is widely respected for his tactical discipline and ability to manage dressing rooms under pressure. For a Plateau United side that has looked short of direction this season, his arrival could bring much-needed stability and belief.

While Adegun’s exit may be painful, especially given his youth and potential, the club appears to be prioritizing immediate results over long-term experimentation. All eyes will now be on the Wikki Tourists encounter, where fans will be eager to see early signs of the “Ogunbote effect.”

If history is anything to go by, Plateau United may have just made the right move at the right time.