Enyimba 2026/27: Who’s In, Who’s Out Ahead of the New Season

Enyimba, Nigeria’s most decorated club with nine NPFL titles, head into 2026/27 with a transfer window defined as much by departures as arrivals. The People’s Elephants open their campaign at home to Niger Tornadoes on 30 August.

Incoming: Samuel Anakwe Close to Signing

Enyimba are closing in on defender Samuel Anakwe, 24, who has agreed personal terms and is expected to join as a free agent after his contract with Remo Stars expired. Anakwe was a key part of Remo Stars’ 2024/25 title-winning squad, making 90 appearances and contributing 13 goals during his time at the Ogun State club.

Outgoing: Two Squad Players Depart

The club has lost former captain Ekene Awazie to Rivers United, who signed him as part of a wider push to build depth for their CAF Champions League campaign. Midfielder Hogan Umoh has also left, joining Kun Khalifat of Owerri ahead of the new season.

What This Means for Enyimba

Losing a former captain and a first-team midfielder in the same window while still finalising an incoming defender leaves Enyimba with real squad-building work to do before the 30 August opener. As one of the league’s most historically significant clubs, any transfer activity at Enyimba draws outsized attention — but the public record of confirmed movements so far is thinner than at CAF-chasing rivals like Rivers United and Katsina United.

FAQ: Enyimba 2026/27

Who has Enyimba signed for 2026/27?
Defender Samuel Anakwe is expected to join as a free agent from Remo Stars, though the move hadn’t been formally confirmed as of the latest reporting.

Who has left Enyimba this transfer window?
Former captain Ekene Awazie (to Rivers United) and midfielder Hogan Umoh (to Kun Khalifat).

When do Enyimba play their first match of 2026/27?
At home to Niger Tornadoes on 30 August 2026.

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Sources: Talk Talk Nigeria, Football in Nigeria, Football in Nigeria.