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Temitope Vincent leaves Plateau United for Olympic Azzawiya

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Nigerian footballer Temitope Vincent is leaving Plateau United after two seasons to join Libyan club Olympic Azzawiya. He announced his departure in a farewell message to his teammates, officials and the team’s supporters, according to the Daily Post.

Temitope Vincent has left Plateau United, a Nigerian top-flight club, to join Libyan side Olympic Azzawiya after two seasons in Nigeria. The defender announced his departure in a farewell message posted on X, reports the Daily Post.

In the message, Vincent thanked his teammates, coaches, the club’s management and the supporters in Jos. He spoke of the privilege of wearing Plateau United’s colours and the moments shared with the club.

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