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By Silvernews
The success of Campos Football Club of Owerri is not based on one man alone, but on the efforts of dedicated footballing minds, with coach Ekezi Obinna standing out as a key figure in the club’s growth and achievements.
From the early days when Campos FC played on the grounds of City Secondary School, Owerri, with little recognition, Coach Obinna helped lay a solid foundation through his vision and structured grassroots system. Working alongside others, he has played a vital role in the club’s steady rise, bringing discipline, passion and technical expertise.
It has built a strong development model that nurtures young talent from an early age. Players are introduced to the game as youth, developed through the Under 13 and Under 15 levels and gradually integrated into the senior team. This system has remained the backbone of Campos FC’s success.
Under his leadership, several notable players emerged, including Christantus Uche, Nzubechi Ogbuehi, Francis Uzoho and Ikenna Igwe, all products of the club’s development structure.
Affectionately called “Dad” by his players, Coach Obinna is respected for his fatherly role and commitment to player development. His influence on and off the field helped shape the team’s discipline, confidence and competitive spirit.
His efforts, www.silvernews.com.ngreports, have not gone unnoticed by followers of the game in Owerri and beyond, even if wider recognition remains limited.
Recently, his impact was evident when Campos FC won the Imo State FA Cup, a result of years of hard work and consistency.
As the club continues to grow, coach Ekezi Obinna remains at the heart of its progress, building not just a team, but a lasting legacy in grassroots football.
