Inter Lagos have appointed Olusanjo Olutayo as their interim head coach following the departure of Shakiru Giwa.

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The Lagos-based club announced the appointment on its official social media page, welcoming Olutayo to the role as they prepare for their next fixture in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL).

“We are pleased to announce Coach Olusanjo Olutayo as our interim Head Coach. Welcome on board!” the club stated.

Sports247 had earlier reported Giwa’s departure from the club on Tuesday, October 13, after he stepped down from his position as head coach.

Giwa was instrumental in Inter Lagos’ promotion from the Nigeria National League (NNL) to the NPFL, marking a significant milestone in the club’s history.

However, the newly promoted side have struggled to make an impact in the top flight this season, with their opening eight league matches producing no victories.

Their latest setback was a 3-1 defeat away to Warri Wolves on Sunday, October 11, leaving them with just two points from eight matches.

Olutayo’s appointment now gives Inter Lagos a new coaching direction as they seek to improve their performances and turn their fortunes around in the league.

The interim coach will face the immediate task of preparing the team for their next NPFL encounter against Nasarawa United on Sunday, October 18.

The match presents an opportunity for Inter Lagos to begin a new chapter under their interim manager as they continue their search for a first league victory of the 2026/27 campaign.

The club has not yet announced whether Olutayo’s appointment will become permanent or how long he is expected to remain in charge.

When ten-time African champions Nigeria completed a resounding 7-0 aggregate demolition of Comoros to advance in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Qualifiers, headlines immediately fixated on captain Rasheedat Ajibade’s early injury forced by a heavy first-half collision.

Yet, while anxious eyes watched Ajibade make way for Folashade Ijamilusi, the real story unfolding at Ikenne was a masterclass in tactical depth that should terrify their next opponents, Morocco.

Rather than crumbling under pressure after their talismanic leader left the pitch, Nigeria demonstrated lethal squad versatility. After a tense 40-minute struggle, Uchenna Kanu capitalised on an error by Comoros goalkeeper Aicha Said to set up Toni Payne for the opener.

However, the second-half introduction of Blessing Okpe for Gift Monday completely transformed the team’s attacking intensity.

Okpe brilliantly dazzled past two defenders on the flank to set up Payne’s second, before Ijamilusi delivered a picture perfect cross for Kanu to head home. Okpe then drew a foul in the 71st minute, allowing Christy Ucheibe to comfortably convert from the penalty spot to seal an emphatic 5-0 victory.

This ruthless performance sent a clear message across the continent. While media narratives paint Ajibade’s setback as a devastating blow, the bench unit showed that the Super Falcons possess terrifying offensive depth.

The ability of substitute players to step up and dismantle opposition defensive structures so effortlessly proves Nigeria is no longer dependent on individual stardom.

As the Super Falcons prepare for a tricky two-legged third-round battle against the Atlas Lionesses of Morocco, their tactical flexibility will be their ultimate weapon.

Morocco may hope to exploit a captain-less side, but Nigeria’s explosive bench options have just shown that their tactical depth can destroy any game plan.