October 12, (THEWILL) – The recently appointed interim chairman of Bauchi-based football club, Wikki Tourists FC, Aminu Dalhatu Umar, has had his position terminated with immediate effect, just two months after taking on the role.
This news came via a letter from the State Ministry of Youths and Sports, signed by Commissioner Muhammad Salis Gamawa. The correspondence, dated October 11, 2023, expressed regret at having to remove Mr Umar from the post. It highlighted actions taken by the now-former chairman that went against the ministry’s instructions for proper club management.
Specific details were not provided, but the letter made clear the decision was not taken lightly. Mr Umar’s appointment was seen as an opportunity for him to lead the club forward. However, expectations were ultimately not met during his brief tenure.
The termination is effective as of 11 October, bringing Mr Umar’s time as Wikki Tourists FC interim chairman to a premature end. The club will now seek new leadership to guide it through this transitional period.
Fans will hope the next appointment can provide stability and direction to help Wikki Tourists fulfil their potential. Careful vetting will likely occur to avoid similarly rapid turnover in the future.
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